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Indications for Definitive Airway In Trauma Patients, Table 2.1 from Advanced Trauma Life Support

Trauma patients need a definitive airway (meaning usually endotracheal intubation) for airway protection and for when ventilation or oxygenation is necessary.* Table 2.1 Indications for Definitive Airway NEED FOR AIRWAY PROTECTION NEED FOR VENTILATION OR OXYGENATION Severe maxillofacial fractures Inadequate respiratory … Continue reading

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