Upper Airway Obstruction in Infants and Small Children During General Anesthesia

• 2017

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• Aman Kalra

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This video describes the challenges faced when infants and small children experience airway blockages during surgery. It explains how anesthesia can cause these issues, making it hard for them to breathe. The importance of recognizing signs of obstruction early to ensure safety is highlighted.

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Focus Area: Everyday Emergency

Audiences: EMS Clinicians; Nurses; Physicians

Emergency Management Stage: Response

Keywords: Airway Obstruction; Anesthesia; Anesthesia, General; Infant; Respiratory System Abnormalities

Institutions: Tufts Medical Center

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