Etomidate for Rapid Sequence Intubation:
Suppressing the Controversy
Oates Elizabeth
Department of Pharmacy, University Health System, San Antonio, TX. Division of Pharmacotherapy, The
University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy Pharmacotherapy Education and Research Center, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
January 28, 2011
Learning objectives
I. Describe the role of etomidate in rapid sequence intubation
II. Evaluate the risks and benefits associated with etomidate use
III. Determine significance of etomidate-induced adrenal insufficiency in critically ill patients
IV. Critique available literature regarding etomidate and clinical outcomes