Pre-Hospital Care Podcast

Front of Neck Access (FONA) and the SALAD technique (Suction Assisted Laryngoscopy and Airway Decontamination) With Cliff Reid

Oct 21, 2024
Cliff Reid, a physician with over 20 years in air ambulance and critical care, shares his expertise on Front of Neck Access (FONA) and the SALAD technique. He discusses the complexities and risks of FONA, especially for vulnerable patients like infants. The conversation reveals practical insights on mastering SALAD for contaminated airways using specialized techniques. Reid also emphasizes the importance of teamwork, effective feedback, and mindset shifts in emergency airway management, demonstrating how real-life scenarios influence critical decision-making.
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