rapid sequence intubation


rap·id se·quence in·tu·ba·tion

(RSI) (rap'id sē'kwĕns in'tū-bā'shŭn) Endotrachealintubation performed on a patient to whom a paralytic drug has been administered. Used with prehospital care in combative or head-injured patients.

rapid sequence intubation

Abbreviation: RSI
An airway control technique that uses powerful sedatives and paralytic drugs to quickly gain control of the airway, e.g., in life-threatening emergencies.See also: intubation