So rarely is a study published that directly and effortlessly translates into clinical practice. Very few of these studies examine the nuances of everyday practice in the fast paced milieu of the Emergency Department. Given the infrequency of such studies, I am continually amazed by the work put forth by Brian Driver and colleagues at […]
Video for Podcast 43 – Inserting the Air-Q
Here is a video to go along with podcast 43 on the insertion and use of the Air-Q intubating laryngeal airway
EMCrit Podcast 43 – Laryngeal Airways with Daniel Cook, MD (Part I)
My favorite supraglottic airway is the Cookgas Air-Q; it was created by an anesthesiologist, Dr. Daniel Cook. He just created a new device that allows the placement of an esophageal blocker through the laryngeal airway. I gave him a call to hear about the new product and in the course of that conversation, he gave me a ton of tips on the placement of laryngeal airways. Part II will specifically discuss the new device.
Bougie-Aided Cricothyrotomy by Darren Braude
Darren Braude, Aiway and EMS master from New Mexico demonstrates the use of a bougie to make the cric procedure MUCH easier. For more great Braude magic, see his site at airway911.com.
EMCrit Podcast 24 – The Cric Show
Ok, Ok, I promise this is the last airway episode for at least a little while. I am perhaps a bit obsessed. Had this show in the works for a while. The cric is the last barrier between a failed airway and death. EM docs need to be able to perform this procedure without hesitation. This requires training and practice until you can perform the procedure in < 30 seconds literally with your eyes closed!