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Preoxygenation Techniques for Tracheal Intubation in Critically Ill Adults Utilizing Oxygen Mask and Noninvasive Ventilation
Published on: December 5, 2025
Global presence: USAF aeromedical evacuation and critical care air transport
Penny F Pierce1, Karen G Evers
1University of Michigan School of Nursing, 400 North Ingalls Ann Arbor, MI 48109, USA. pfpierce@umich.edu
Abstract:
Flight nursing, whether as an AE nurse or as a CCAT team member, is a demanding profession that extracts tremendous energy, competes with family and recreational time, and sets high expectations. On reflection, however, most crewmembers claim it is the most rewarding experience in their professional life. The opportunity to be a part of history, to provide care and transport to American servicemen and women in times of extreme need, and to accomplish the mission safely despite the circumstances and personal cost is an unparalleled experience and one that hold tremendous pride.
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