Dr. Aine Yore, an experienced emergency physician and healthcare policy advocate, discusses the critical topic of preoxygenation in airway management for ill patients. She dives into the PREOXI trial, comparing non-invasive ventilation methods like CPAP against traditional strategies, revealing insights into hypoxemia rates. The conversation highlights the complexities of intubation strategies, challenges in measuring clinical outcomes, and the promise of non-invasive ventilation to enhance safety during emergencies. Family communication amidst urgent care is also emphasized.