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SGEM#396: And iGel Myself, I’m Over You, Cus I’m the King (Tube) of Wishful Thinking

The Skeptics' Guide to EM

The fire-based crew has basic life support (BLS) airway supplies including the King Laryngeal Tube, the paramedic crew carries iGel supraglottic airways (SGAs) in addition to their intubation equipment. Quality Checklist for Observational Study: Did the study address a clearly focused issue?

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Ziqitza Rajasthan – Enhancing Patient Care in Transit: Advanced Life Support (ALS) in Ambulances

Ziqitza HealthCare Ltd

The Essence of Advanced Life Support (ALS) At the core of the company’s commitment lies the integration of Advanced Life Support (ALS) in its fleet of ambulances. Advanced cardiac monitors, cutting-edge defibrillators, and high-tech airway management tools have been integrated into the ambulances.

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SGEM#231: You’re So Vein – IO vs. IV Access for OHCA

The Skeptics' Guide to EM

His primary interests are resuscitation, prehospital critical care, airway management, and point-of-care ultrasound. EMS arrives on scene and initiates high quality basic life support (BLS). More advanced skills such as airway management, vascular access, and cardiac medications are being de-emphasized.