LSU NCBRT Preparedness Podcast

Bag Valve Masks: How 2 Changes in Technique Can Save More Lives


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Today’s podcast is the second episode in our two-part series on bag valve masks, or BVMs, with subject matter expert Tim Redding. In this episode, he discusses more common errors that occur when heath care professionals and responders use BVMs and how to remedy those mistakes. These errors include issues with sealing the mask and problems opening patients’ airways during BVM use.


Airway Opening Videos:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p_QM7vjvRYk

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bKD7_CqmVQ

Resources:

https://www.criticalcarepractitioner.co.uk/6-ways-to-be-better-with-the-bag-valve-mask-2/

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