Week 1 - DAS Flashcards
(18 cards)
What are the two airway strategies to choose from before intubation?
Awake or post-induction airway strategy
The choice of strategy should be made by the clinician managing the airway.
What should be done if ventilation is inadequate during intubation?
Limit attempts and consider awakening the patient
This may involve invasive access or other options.
What is the recommended action if intubation attempts are unsuccessful?
Call for help or for invasive access
Be aware of the passage of time.
True or False: Ventilation must be adequate before proceeding with intubation.
True
List some techniques for intubation.
- Flexible bronchoscopy
- Video laryngoscopy
- Direct laryngoscopy
- Combined techniques
- Aided intubation
These techniques can be used based on the clinical context.
Fill in the blank: The clinician should consider the __________ in which airway management will occur.
[clinical context]
What are some adjuncts that may be employed during intubation attempts?
- Tracheal tube introducers
- Rigid stylets
- Intubating bougies
- A variety of airway adjuncts
These adjuncts are utilized to facilitate intubation.
What factors should be considered when managing difficult airway situations?
- Size
- Design
- Characteristics
- First test and airway anatomy
These factors can influence the choice of intubation technique.
What is the importance of limiting intubation attempts?
To avoid worsening patient condition and ensure timely intervention
This is critical in emergency airway management.
Fill in the blank: Emergency pathways should limit __________ and be aware of time.
[attempts]
True or False: All airway management techniques are equally effective in every scenario.
False
What is a key consideration when choosing an intubation technique?
The feasibility of the technique in the specific clinical context
This includes assessing the patient’s anatomy and clinical condition.
Name a technique that involves a preserve-regulated device.
Needle cricothyrotomy
This is one of the invasive airway techniques.
What is the role of adjunct airway techniques in intubation?
To assist in securing the airway when standard techniques fail
They provide alternative methods to establish ventilation.
Fill in the blank: Invasive airway techniques include __________ and remnant techniques.
[tin]
What is a consideration when utilizing face mask ventilation?
It may not be effective in all patients, especially those with difficult anatomy
This should be assessed before intubation.
What should be done if the patient cannot be intubated or ventilated?
Consider alternative airway management strategies
This may involve advanced techniques or tools.
What can complicate the pursuit of airway management options?
Patient variability and anatomical challenges
These factors can make intubation more difficult.
