The release of Emergency Airway Management: A Guide for EMTs and Paramedics marks a significant contribution to the field of prehospital emergency care, offering a comprehensive and practice-focused resource for those entrusted with safeguarding the most fundamental aspect of life—airway control. Authored by Ms. Anamika Roy and Dr. Susmita Saha, the book brings together deep clinical insight, academic rigor, and real-world experience to support Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics in developing the confidence and competence required to perform airway interventions in demanding and unpredictable environments.
Designed with clarity and precision, the book takes readers through the essential foundations of airway anatomy and respiratory physiology before advancing to detailed discussions on airway assessment and both basic and advanced management techniques. The authors place strong emphasis on the realities of prehospital practice, where resource limitations, environmental challenges, and high-stress decision-making are constant factors. From trauma scenes to medical emergencies, and from pediatric to geriatric populations, the text equips providers with step-by-step guidance tailored to varied and complex patient scenarios.
Practical skill-building lies at the heart of this volume. Readers will find detailed coverage of manual airway maneuvers, adjunct placement, bag-valve-mask ventilation, supraglottic devices, endotracheal intubation, and emergency surgical airway procedures. Equally valuable is the dedicated focus on airway pharmacology and Rapid Sequence Intubation, supported by clearly presented algorithms, safety considerations, and troubleshooting strategies. These sections reflect the authors’ commitment to ensuring that every procedure is performed with precision, preparedness, and adherence to evidence-based guidelines.
The inclusion of clinical pearls, case discussions, checklists, and flowcharts makes the book not only a strong academic text but also a quick-reference tool for field providers. By integrating national and international protocols along with patient safety standards, it ensures that learners and practitioners remain aligned with current best practices. Post-intubation care, complication management, ethical considerations, and effective team communication further expand the text’s relevance for both students and working professionals.
The expertise of the authors significantly enriches this work. Ms. Anamika Roy, an Emergency and Critical Care professional and Assistant Professor at Assam down town University, brings extensive hands-on experience from emergency and intensive care settings, including her clinical training at Santir Bazar District Hospital and Down Town Hospital. Her certifications, academic background, and skill-focused teaching approach are reflected throughout the book’s practical orientation.
Dr. Susmita Saha, Associate Dean (Academic) and Assistant Professor at the same university, contributes her deep knowledge of biomedical sciences, curriculum development, and emergency care education. Her commitment to patient safety, ethical practice, and competency-based learning is evident in the structured clarity of the text. Together, the authors translate complex clinical concepts into accessible, actionable knowledge that strengthens both classroom learning and field application.
Emergency Airway Management: A Guide for EMTs and Paramedics stands as an essential resource for emergency care students, instructors, and professionals. With its blend of theoretical grounding, practical instruction, and real-world relevance, the book empowers providers to act decisively and safely when seconds matter most.