Purpose Rapid-sequence intubation (RSI) is the process of administering a sedative and
neuromuscular blocking agent (NMBA) in rapid succession to facilitate endotracheal …

Orthopedic fractures and joint dislocations are among the most painful pediatric
emergencies. Safe and effective management of fracture-related pain and anxiety in the …

Background Classic rapid sequence induction puts pediatric patients at risk of
cardiorespiratory deterioration and traumatic intubation due to their reduced apnea …

Abstract Editor's Perspective What We Already Know about This Topic Successful tracheal
intubation of an infant may be a challenging skill to acquire due to differing anatomy and …

Objective: Emergent endotracheal intubations carry a high risk of morbidity and mortality in
critically ill adults. Although children may be at higher risk during this procedure as a result …

Background: The American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) recommends atropine
as adjunctive therapy to prevent reflex bradycardia prior to laryngoscopy/tracheal intubation …

Objectives: Determine incidence of complications such as difficult or failed intubation,
hypoxemia, hypotension, and bradycardia in children undergoing rapid sequence intubation …

Background: Endotracheal intubation in the neonate is painful and is associated with
adverse physiological effects. Some premedication regimens have been shown to reduce …

Objectives: Our objectives were to describe the prevalence of arrhythmia and conduction
abnormalities before critical care intubation and to test the hypothesis that atropine had no …

Objectives: To describe the frequency and nature of premedications used prior to neonatal
endotracheal intubation; to confront observed practice with current recommendations; and to …