Hands-off time during insertion of six airway devices during cardiopulmonary resuscitation: a randomised manikin trial.

Introduction: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) guidelines recommend limiting interruptions of chest compressions because prolonged hands-off (i.e., non-compression) time compromises tissue perfusion.

Performance and skill retention of intubation by paramedics using seven different airway devices--a manikin study.

Introduction: Endotracheal intubation (ETI) is the most widespread method for emergency airway management. Several studies reported that ETI requires considerable skill and experience and if performed incorrectly, may result in serious adverse events. Unrecognized tube misplacement or oesophageal intubation is associated with high prehospital morbidity.