Buck Feris, a paramedic and EMS educator, shares his tip for using capnography during nasal intubation. Buck describes initiating inline capnography before inserting the ET tube. As the tube nears the trachea a wave form will develop showing proximity to the exhaled CO2 from the trachea. Buck also reminds listeners of the best time to advance the ET Tube.
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As with any procedure follow your local protocols and stay within the scope of practice that you are licensed and authorized to use.
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