Laryngeal mask airway
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The laryngeal mask airway (LMA) is being increasingly used as a first-line airway device during resuscitation when a skilled practitioner is unavailable for tracheal intubation. The description of LMA and the procedure for its insertion is mentioned and the difficulties that could arise during its insertion are presented.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2006
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Respiratory procedures
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The article highlights the usage, advantages and maintenance of spacer device that acts as a reservoir for the drug to be inhaled by the asthmatic.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2007
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Treatment for airway obstruction
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New recommendations for the treatment of foreign-body airway obstruction (FBAO), its recognition and its procedures are discussed.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2007
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