What type of airway management is often used for infants during transport?

During transport of infants, especially those who may require advanced airway management, endotracheal intubation or bag-mask ventilation is often utilized. This approach is crucial in situations where the infant is unable to maintain adequate ventilation or oxygenation on their own. Endotracheal intubation provides a secure airway, allowing for controlled ventilation and the delivery of oxygen directly into the lungs.

Bag-mask ventilation is also essential during transport as it enables respiratory support when the infant cannot breathe adequately but still has some airway reflexes or responses. This method can be vital in emergencies, where immediate support for breathing is necessary. The combined use of these techniques is particularly important in neonatal and pediatric transport, where physiological differences can lead to rapid decompensation if proper airway management is not achieved.

While other methods may provide supplemental oxygen or be suitable in certain non-critical situations, they do not offer the same level of intervention in maintaining airway patency and adequate ventilation during transport of critically ill infants.