title: Practical points in the management of laryngospasm.
abstract: Laryngospasm is an emergency situation and must be promptly recognized. Without quick recognition and proper treatment, the patient's airway may occlude, leading to respiratory arrest followed by cardiac arrest. Because laryngospasm is a potential life-threatening postoperative event, the PACU nurse must remain a guardian of the airway.
authors.forename: K
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Litwack
authors.forename: K L
authors.initials: KL
authors.lastname: Zeplin
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D007826:Laryngismus / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000451:nursing* / Q000517:prevention & control; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000451:nursing* / Q000517:prevention & control; D012307:Risk Factors