QUESTION 54 OF 55

If youâ€™re in the ED with a patient with severe asthma who requires intubation and you have been unsuccessful in inserting the endotube, what would you do?

This question could apply to any procedure in which you're having trouble. It is important here to consider and express that the patient's wellbeing is the most important thing, and that you are willing to ask for help.

"The welfare of the patient comes first, and if I am having trouble performing what is needed, I should ask if anyone else, duly qualified, would like to try. In such cases, time is of the essence and there is no room for arrogance in an effort to overcome a difficulty."

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If youâ€™re in the ED with a patient with severe asthma who requires intubation and you have been unsuccessful in inserting the endotube, what would you do?

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