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What is the first question to consider in the difficult airway algorithm?
What is the first question to consider in the difficult airway algorithm?
Is difficult airway predicted?
When should rapid sequence intubation (RSI) drugs be administered according to the algorithm?
When should rapid sequence intubation (RSI) drugs be administered according to the algorithm?
RSI drugs should be given if forced to act.
What does BMV stand for in the context of airway management?
What does BMV stand for in the context of airway management?
Bag-mask ventilation.
What should be done if there is a failure to maintain oxygenation?
What should be done if there is a failure to maintain oxygenation?
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What is the significance of determining if BMV or EGD is predicted to be successful?
What is the significance of determining if BMV or EGD is predicted to be successful?
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If awake look/intubation is unsuccessful, what is the next step?
If awake look/intubation is unsuccessful, what is the next step?
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What does it mean when 'physiology is OK' in the algorithm?
What does it mean when 'physiology is OK' in the algorithm?
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What is the final outcome if 'one best attempt' at intubation is unsuccessful?
What is the final outcome if 'one best attempt' at intubation is unsuccessful?
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What is PIM used for in the context of the difficult airway algorithm?
What is PIM used for in the context of the difficult airway algorithm?
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What is the primary purpose of having a double setup during rapid sequence intubation?
What is the primary purpose of having a double setup during rapid sequence intubation?
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Under what circumstances is a double setup generally deemed necessary?
Under what circumstances is a double setup generally deemed necessary?
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Describe the key advantage of having two complete anesthesia/intubation sets during an intubation procedure.
Describe the key advantage of having two complete anesthesia/intubation sets during an intubation procedure.
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What components are typically included in each setup of a double setup for RSI?
What components are typically included in each setup of a double setup for RSI?
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Why might a double setup not be justified in certain intubation cases?
Why might a double setup not be justified in certain intubation cases?
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What is the primary benefit of having a double setup for rapid sequence intubation?
What is the primary benefit of having a double setup for rapid sequence intubation?
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Which components are essential in a double setup for RSI?
Which components are essential in a double setup for RSI?
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In what scenarios is a double setup particularly crucial?
In what scenarios is a double setup particularly crucial?
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How does a double setup contribute to patient safety during intubation?
How does a double setup contribute to patient safety during intubation?
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What does the term 'double setup' refer to in rapid sequence intubation?
What does the term 'double setup' refer to in rapid sequence intubation?
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Study Notes
Difficult Airway Algorithm
- Difficult airway predicted: If a difficult airway is predicted, the first step is calling for assistance
- Forced to act?: if forced to act, next give RSI drugs, if not, continue
- Failure to maintain oxygenation? If unsuccessful in maintaining oxygenation, determine if the airway failed or go to next steps
- BMV or EGD predicted to be successful? If the Basic Mechanical Ventilation (BMV) or Endoscopic Guided Dilatation (EGD) is predicted to be successful, then move to next steps. If not then continue.
- Awake look/intubation successful? If awake looks/intubation was successful, go to next steps. If not continue with next procedure
- Physiology OK? If the physiology is okay (no apnea intolerance or rapid desaturation) then go to next steps, if not continue.
- RSI with double setup? If RSI (rapid sequence intubation) with dual setup was successful, go to next steps. If not then proceed to the next step.
- PIM or RSI? If the PIM (post-intubation management) or RSI (rapid sequence intubation) procedures are successful, then next step is to continue, or another attempt may be made
- Go to main algorithm: If the main algorithm is reached for completion, proceed to the next steps accordingly.
- One best attempt successful?: If a one best attempt was successful, then proceed to the next step (airway successful). If unsuccessful then proceed to the failed airway algorithm.
- Failed airway: This is a branch point indicating a failed airway management. Depending on the preceding steps, specific actions involving post-intubation management (PIM) or RSI with multiple setups may follow.
- Video laryngoscope, Flexible Laryngoscopy, Extraglottic device, Cricothyrotomy: these are possible procedures if other steps from the algorithm are unsuccessful.
- Abbreviations: BMV = Bag-mask ventilation, EGD = Endoscopic Guided Dilatation/procedure, PIM = post-intubation management, RSI = rapid sequence intubation
- Additional details: The algorithm is modified from Brown III CA, Mick NM, Sakles JC, and is part of the Emergency Airway Algorithms in the Walls Manual of Emergency Airway Management. 5th edition 2018
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Test your knowledge on the Difficult Airway Algorithm, which is crucial for managing challenging airway situations in clinical settings. This quiz will assess your understanding of the steps involved in anticipating and addressing difficult airways, including techniques and interventions. Dive into scenarios of rapid sequence intubation, oxygenation maintenance, and more!
