EAST/AAST/AAST-AMC: SCC Review Series - Airway Management
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Airway Management in Trauma and ICU Settings
This chapter explores critical indications for tracheal intubation in ICU and trauma environments, emphasizing airway assessment and techniques for successful outcomes. It introduces scoring systems like the modified Mallampati and MACOHA scores to predict intubation challenges and focuses on pre-oxygenation methods for high-risk patients. The discussion highlights the preparation and team coordination necessary for effective intubation, particularly in the high-pressure context of trauma bays.
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