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A number of procedures carried out in an ICU require either a level of sedation, which can only be achieved with airway support (e.g. cardioversion) or can only be safely done under general anesthesia with airway protection (e.g. PEG insertion). Airway management is also one of the first steps in stabilizing the critically ill patient, allowing airway protection and optimizing oxygen delivery.
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Trivedi, M. (2012). Airway Management and Intubation. In: Falter, F. (eds) Bedside Procedures in the ICU. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4471-2259-3_2
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