Understanding Asthma Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition characterized by episodes of reversible airway obstruction, bronchospasm, and inflammation[^1^]. These episodes, known as asthma attacks or exacerbations, can range from mild…
Introduction Hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAP) remains a significant concern in healthcare settings, especially among critically ill patients. It is defined as pneumonia that occurs 48 hours or more after admission, which…
In the pre-hospital environment, paramedics often face the challenging task of managing a patient's airway under less-than-ideal conditions. Among the various tools at their disposal, the bag-valve-mask (BVM) connected to…
Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) is a sophisticated medical technology that provides life-saving support to patients with severe heart and lung conditions. Think of ECMO as a machine that temporarily takes…
Respiratory failure is a critical condition where the respiratory system fails to maintain adequate gas exchange, resulting in hypoxemia (low blood oxygen) or hypercapnia (high blood carbon dioxide). As frontline…
In the high-stress prehospital environment, managing intubated patients effectively is crucial for their survival and long-term outcomes. While bag-valve-mask (BVM) devices are essential in emergencies, their prolonged use can lead…
Securing an airway in critically injured patients is one of the most challenging and essential tasks for prehospital providers. A recent study published in Anesthesia & Analgesia (2023) has revealed…
As an Emergency Medical Services (EMS) professional, I know firsthand the relentless demands and pressures that come with our noble profession. Day in and day out, we are on the…