Forget waiting for the pulse ox to catch up - end-tidal CO₂ tells the real story, in real time. This fast-paced, practical session will break down the physiology of capnography and show you how to read waveforms like a pro. Learn how to use EtCO₂ to confirm airways, monitor sedation, detect hypoventilation, recognize ROSC, and guide treatment in cardiac arrest, shock, and respiratory failure. Whether you’re BLS or ALS, you’ll walk away with clear strategies to put EtCO₂ to work on your next call. Attendees will gain practical strategies for interpreting waveform capnography and integrating ETCO2 monitoring into everyday EMS care. 1 CEH, all provider levels. Ballroom III