RE: peds intubation-- where did I go wrong???

["Foster, Stanley R." <FosterS@nwmedstar.org>]

I have to echo the sentiments of others here and repeat the message to be
kind to yourself.  It's refreshing to see these responses from a collective
group so infamous for "eating it's young".  We have all been new at this at
one time or another and to have a bad day is common to us all, no matter how
long we've been in the field.  As previously mentioned the important thing
is to recognize when you do and take the appropriate action to fix it...and
then DON'T beat yourself up over it.  We've all had our share of sleepless
nights after a bad transport but remember we're all human and less than
perfect.  Kudos to you for having the courage to seek help.  One thing about
this profession, it will keep you humble!  Good luck and remember you're a
great nurse so don't get down on yourself.

Stan Foster RN
Northwest MedStar
Spokane, WA   

-----Original Message-----
From: Thom and Nancy Kane
To: flightmed@flightweb.com
Sent: 2/23/02 3:32 AM
Subject: Re: peds intubation--   where did I go wrong???

Have to agree with the previous responses! I always teach in ACLS, PALS,
etc
that missing the tube isn't a big deal it is the recognition that you
have
missed and taking the appropriate actions that is important. It is good
practice to review in your head what it is you saw, what you didn't see,
etc. But don't beat yourself up too bad
----- Original Message -----
From: "Gunderson, Kirk A." <Gunderson.Kirk@mayo.edu>
To: <flightmed@flightweb.com>
Sent: Saturday, February 23, 2002 1:33 AM
Subject: RE: peds intubation-- where did I go wrong???


> Ditto. Some day the intubation gods are with you and sometimes they
are
not.
> Keep your chin up!
>
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: Bill witmer [SMTP:billemtp@mosquitonet.com]
> > Sent: Saturday, February 23, 2002 2:39 AM
> > To: flightmed@flightweb.com
> > Subject: Re: peds intubation--   where did I go wrong???
> >
> > dont worry about it somedays they are difficult to get and the next
time
> > you
> > will be the only one who can get the tube
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: <Traumaweasel@aol.com>
> > To: <flightmed@flightweb.com>
> > Sent: Friday, February 22, 2002 10:44 PM
> > Subject: peds intubation-- where did I go wrong???
> >
> >
> > > looking for some guidance:   had a difficult 3mth old intubation
last
> > night :   I am still a fairly new RN when it comes to Critical Care
> > Transport, all you old pro's out there!!!  any tricks, hints,or
ideas
for
> > intubating kids/ neonates would be greatly appreciated.  I am not
sure
if
> > my
> > technique is crappy or if my blade choice was wrong. I was pretty
bummed
> > out
> > when I didn't get it.  I WOULD REALLY APPRECIATE ANY DIRECTION OR
COMMENTS
> > FROM EVERYONE
> > >
> > > Signed:   a  frustrated transport RN
> > >
> > > Geoff Patty RN
> > > UH Hospitals of Cleveland
> > > Critical Care Transport
> > >
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