Cardiogenic Oscillations on VM-2500V capnograph pulse oximeter
An example of cardiogenic oscillations on a dog. This monitor and mainstream sensor are so quick the capnograph is actually counting and measuring each peak of the oscillations. https://youtu.be/5e2oM35RFOE
Capnography and Sepsis in the Prehospital Environment
Join us for an introduction to Sepsis and the role capnography plays in its recognition in the prehospital environment. Sepsis is a significant cause of death and may be more frequently seen by prehospital providers than previously thought. About the webinar: This webinar will review recognition of sepsis, prehospital interventions...
5 things to know about capnography and respiratory distress
Bob SullivanEMS1 ContributorUnderstand how monitoring end-tidal carbon dioxide helps assess and treat a patient in respiratory distress Respiratory distress is one of the most common patient complaints. Waveform capnography is a valuable tool to determine the cause and severity of respiratory distress, to guide treatment decisions, and...
The Bougie and First-Pass Success in the Emergency Department
Bougie was associated with increased first-pass intubation success. Bougie use may be helpful in ED intubation.
End-tidal carbon dioxide and defibrillation success in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest
Abstract Purpose. Basing on the relationship between the quality of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and the responsiveness of VF to the defibrillation we aimed to assess whether the values of ETCO2 in the minute before defibrillation could predict the effectiveness of the shock. Materials and methods. We retrospectively evaluated...
The Effect of Successful Intubation on Patient Outcomes After Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest in Taipei
Study objective The effect of out-of-hospital intubation in patients with out-of-hospital cardiac arrestremains controversial. The Taipei City paramedics are the earliest authorized to perform out-of-hospital intubation among Asian areas. This study evaluates the association between successful intubation and...
Rogue capno waves: Abrupt onset of rapid expiratory oscillations
Cardiogenic oscillations (COS) of the capnography waveform match the patient's heart rate and are caused by pulmonary artery pulsations Your team intubated a 38-year-old woman who was found unresponsive following a poly-substance drug overdose. Intubation was performed without difficulty and no medications were necessary. Waveform...
Capnography for kids: 5 applications for EMS providers to consider
EMS1 SponsoredUnderstand how waveform capnography can be used to assess and treat ventilation, perfusion and metabolic emergencies in children By Bob Sullivan Assessing and caring for pediatric patients can be a challenge for EMS providers. Small children cannot verbalize what is bothering them, and the assessment depends...
