Clinical Report—Premedication for Nonemergency Endotracheal Intubation in the Neonate.

Authors :: Kumar, Praveen
Denson, Susan E.
Mancuso, Thomas J.
Source :: Pediatrics. Mar2010, Vol. 125 Issue 3, p608-615. 8p.
Publication Year :: 2010
Abstract: Endotracheal intubation is a common procedure in newborn care. The purpose of this clinical report is to review currently available evidence on use of premedication for intubation, identify gaps in knowledge, and provide guidance for making decisions about the use of premedication. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Subjects :: *INTUBATION
*NEWBORN infant care
*PREANESTHETIC medication
*TRACHEA intubation
*ENDOTRACHEAL tubes
*TRACHEAL surgery
*HOSPITAL care of newborn infants
*CRITICAL care medicine
*DECISION making
*PHYSIOLOGY

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