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ambulance equipment maintenance is not something to be done once per shift — rather, crews must pay heed to upkeep between calls. 

There are certain scenarios that increase your patient's chance of pulmonary aspiration. The one thing they all have in common is an unprotected ai...

Here are three essentials that can ensure your ventilator patients remain safe while under your care.

we think of removing fluids and harmful substances from the trachea, but what happens when the trachea itself is part of the problem?

we’ve put together some information to help guide EMS providers on how to perform safe and effective airway management on patients with lung cancer. 

Medical suction can save lives when it’s properly performed. The right training tips for your paramedic team can maximize their job effectiveness a...

The right portable suction machine is an integral part of patient care. Before you make this important purchase, here are five facts you need to know.

A variety of obstacles can make suctioning an airway difficult during an emergency or before an intubation procedure

growing evidence indicates heavy use of e-cigarettes can lead to serious respiratory issues

Let’s take a closer look at some of the proposed practice recommendations for aspiration pneumonia prevention.

Patients come in all shapes and sizes, and the weight of your patient is an important consideration when deciding which treatment techniques to employ

First responders and medical providers need a clear understanding of the link between tachycardia and suctioning to reduce the risk of patient inju...