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From Intubation to Extubation: Enhancing Airway Management with Advanced Tools

Airway management is one of the most important tools that providers have in a surgical or critical care setting. Intubation is a powerful form of airway management and can be a lifesaving procedure—but it can also lead to complications.  In an ideal scenario, providers will have a range of advanced airway management technologies available to …

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Sticking Together: Topical Adhesives in Pediatric Wound Management

Sutures have long been the standard of care for pediatric wound closure, but it’s no secret that children and needles don’t always mix well. Injuries account for about 13.8% of children’s primary care visits alone, and most of those injuries involve open wounds that need to be properly closed.   Luckily for patients and providers, alternative …

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Breathing Easier: Patient Comfort and Safety with LMAs

For clinicians and the patients they care for, the laryngeal mask airway (LMA) has proven one of the most significant advances in airway management since the endotracheal (ET) tube. The LMA is an example of a supraglottic airway device (SAD). While this acronym may sound miserable, SADs are anything but—valued widely for their versatility, ease …

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A Breath of Fresh Air with Suction ET Tubes

Contributed article by Julie Moniz, Clinical Educator  Pneumonia is an infection in the lungs which causes localized or widespread inflammation. There are many different types of pneumonia, but the basic categories are caused by viruses, bacteria, or the accidental ingestion (aspiration) of stomach contents into the lungs. In an unfair plot twist, ventilators themselves can …

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FDA Guidance and Sustainable Practices: The Value of Reusable Tourniquet Wipe Cuffs 

In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, even the most essential tools can face unforeseen challenges. The recent recall of pneumatic tourniquet cuffs led to supply shortages that prompted the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to step in. With sustainability and resourcefulness at the forefront, the FDA released guidance to assist hospitals and healthcare providers …

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Dispelling Myths and Embracing Facts: The Power of Partnering with Diverse Suppliers in Healthcare

In today’s healthcare industry, supplier diversity plays a vital role in fostering innovation, improving patient outcomes, and enhancing cultural competence. Despite the positives, there are still common misconceptions surrounding the benefits and capabilities of diverse suppliers. In this blog post, we will debunk the top 4 myths and share facts about partnering with diverse suppliers …

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Diverse Suppliers: A Foundation of Innovation

When we embrace the strength in our differences, innovation is sure to follow. Never has this been clearer than in the outcomes of a diverse supply chain. Diverse suppliers consider the unique perspectives of people from all backgrounds, listening to new ideas, giving voice to different approaches, and ultimately gaining access to life-changing solutions that …

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The Competitive Advantage of a Diverse Supplier in a Shifting Market

Now more than ever, it’s critical to include all voices in healthcare conversations. Everyone is affected by healthcare outcomes, yet for too long, only a small minority had any real say.  SourceMark is currently on the front lines in the fight to ensure every voice is represented equally, and that begins with supplier diversity. Supplier …

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