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The Seven Ps of Rapid Sequence Intubation

In rapid sequence intubation we administer an induction agent, often etomidate, and a neuromuscular blocking agent (NMBA), succinylcholine or rocuronium, to render the patient  unconscious and paralyzed for an emergency intubation after a period of preoxygenation and sometimes pretreatment with … Continue reading

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