Research Update: Risk Factors for Peri-intubation Mortality, Bedside Screening for Anatomic Difficulty, and Rocuronium Dosing

Dr. Calvin Brown discusses recent research on risk factors associated with peri-intubation mortality, an easy-to-use bedside screening technique for assessing anatomic difficulty using thyromental height, and rocuronium dosing for emergency RSI. Read more..

Appropriate Use of High-Flow Nasal Oxygen in Hospitalized Patients

Patricia Kritek, MD   High-flow nasal cannulae generally should be used in hypoxemic patients. Background This is the first guideline focused solely on use of high-flow nasal cannulae (HFNC). Recommendations were based on best available evidence as well as patient values and preferences, potential risks and benefits, and cost. Key Points

• Patients with hypoxemic respiratory... Read more..