For every intubation, you must decide whether it is safer to proceed with the patient awake or asleep. Many clinicians are uncomfortable with awake intubation and reserve it as a last resort, often because of limited experience or concern that the patient will remember the procedure negatively. However, awake intubation can be both safe and well tolerated in many situations. This article reviews key factors that help determine when awake intubation is the better choice. Read More …