Objective: To update the 2002 version of “Clinical practice guidelines for sustained
neuromuscular blockade in the adult critically ill patient.” Design: A Task Force comprising …

Management of the difficult airway is an important, but as yet poorly‐studied, component of
intensive care management. Although there has been a strong emphasis on prediction and …

BACKGROUND: Endotracheal tube security is a critical safety issue. We compared the
mobility of an in situ endotracheal tube secured with adhesive tape to the one secured with a …

Management of the artificial airway includes securing the tube to prevent dislodgement or
migration as well as removal of secretions. Preventive measures include adequate …

BACKGROUND: Adhesive tape is commonly used to secure the endotracheal tube (ETT) in
anesthesia and intensive-care settings. OBJECTIVE: To determine the force required to …

Background Endotracheal tube placement during resuscitation is important for definite
tracheal protection. Accidental extubation due to endotracheal tube displacement is a rare …

Background Endotracheal tubes are frequently used to establish alternate airways. Precise
placement of the tubes must be maintained to prevent serious complications. Several …

Introduction The consequences of excessive endotracheal tube (ETT) cuff pressure are
known and have long-term effects; however less attention is placed upon cuff pressure and …

Objective The accidental removal of an intercostal chest drain (ICD) is common and may
result in serious complications. A number of fixation techniques and suture material are in …

Background: Unplanned endotracheal extubation (UE) is the most common airway adverse
event in ICU. This study aimed to determine the incidence, characteristics, complications …