To the Editor： Rapid sequence intubation （RSI）, defined as the simultaneous administration of a sedative and a neuromuscular blocking agent, is the preferred method ofendotracheal intubation in the emergency depart...To the Editor： Rapid sequence intubation （RSI）, defined as the simultaneous administration of a sedative and a neuromuscular blocking agent, is the preferred method ofendotracheal intubation in the emergency department （ED）. Although angioedema and anaphylaxis are not common side effects of these drugs, they rarely happen. This report focuses on a 26-year-old woman, a known case of cerebral palsy and epilepsy, who admitted to the ED with complaints of fever and breathing discomfort. The patient had fever, cough, and purulent sputum for 3 days. Drug history included valproate sodium and gabapentin. No allergy to medication had reported.展开更多
文摘To the Editor： Rapid sequence intubation （RSI）, defined as the simultaneous administration of a sedative and a neuromuscular blocking agent, is the preferred method ofendotracheal intubation in the emergency department （ED）. Although angioedema and anaphylaxis are not common side effects of these drugs, they rarely happen. This report focuses on a 26-year-old woman, a known case of cerebral palsy and epilepsy, who admitted to the ED with complaints of fever and breathing discomfort. The patient had fever, cough, and purulent sputum for 3 days. Drug history included valproate sodium and gabapentin. No allergy to medication had reported.
