EBQ:End-Tidal CO2 Monitoring

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Burton J. et al.. "Does end-tidal carbon dioxide monitoring detect respiratory events prior to current sedation monitoring practices?". Acad Emerg Med. 2006. 13(5):500-4.
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Can end-tidal carbon dioxide (ETCO₂) monitoring during emergency department procedural sedation and analgesia (PSA) detect acute respiratory events earlier than standard monitoring methods (e.g., SpO₂, clinical observation)?

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