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Early intubation for EI as well as DI was safe and effective. One third of the DI patients had significant head injury. Surgical airways were rarely needed and delayed intubations were uncommon. The intubation rates for EI and DI varied significantly among TSs. The Eastern Association for the Surgery of Trauma Guidelines may not identify all patients who would benefit from early intubation after injury.

Daily progress notes written by resident physicians in the neonatal intensive care unit often contain inaccurate, or omit pertinent, information. Alternative means or methods of documentation are warranted.