Alternative Routes for IV Medication Administration: IO vs ETT
Pass ACLS Tip of the Day · Aug 28, 2026 · 7:14
Pass ACLS Tip of the Day · Aug 28, 2026 · 7:14
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The pros and cons of ACLS medication administration via the intraosseous (IO) vs endotracheal tube (ETT) route when IV access can’t be established.
The locations we should place an IO when running a code.
The ACLS medications that can be given intraosseous.
Where you can find more information about intraosseous access during resuscitation efforts.
In the absence of an IV or IO, some medications may be given down the endotracheal tube.
The disadvantages of medication administration via ETT.
Review of the ACLS medications that can be given down the tube and how they should be given.
2025 ACLS guidelines regarding medication administration via the ET tube.
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