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Anatomical Differences Between Pediatric and Adult Airways 
Pediatric airway is... 
• Proportionally smaller larynx 
• Narrowest
Anatomical Differences ... Risk of mainstem intubation ... #Comparison #Differences ... #Anatomical #CriticalCare ... #Intubation #Diagnosis
Noninvasive Positive Pressure Ventilation (NIPPV)

Expiratory & Inspiratory Positive Airway Pressure
Both increase intrathoracic pressure, which can decrease
CHF, decreases intubation ... COPD, decreases intubation ... acidosis) • Post-extubation ... for intubation ... #criticalcare #