Table 1 Indications for emergency anaesthesia and intubation in the emergency room
| Group | Indication |
|---|---|
| 1 |
Acute vital indication existing upon hospital admission. The indication was already given during the pre-hospital phase. |
| 2 | Acute vital indication emerging during the emergency room phase (eg, deteriorating patient). The indication did not exist during the pre-hospital phase. |
| 3 | Anaesthesia and intubation due to a combative/agitated patient or for the purpose of analgesia and/or diagnostic interventions. |
| 4 | Anaesthesia and intubation needed for pursuing further treatment following CT-diagnostics and achievement of interdisciplinary consensus (eg, immediate surgery or emergency room interventions under general anaesthesia). |