Surgical Cricothyroidotomy Procedure
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What is the main purpose of performing a surgical cricothyroidotomy?

  • To create an opening in the neck for ventilation (correct)
  • To avoid damage to the cricoid cartilage
  • To perform a tracheostomy procedure
  • To dilate the cricothyroid membrane

    • Which tube is typically used to maintain the airway during a surgical cricothyroidotomy?

  • A large endotracheal tube
  • A small endotracheal or tracheostomy tube (5 to 7 mm ID) (correct)
  • A nasogastric tube
  • A chest tube

    • Why is surgical cricothyroidotomy not recommended for children under 12 years of age?

  • Children have a higher risk of infection from the procedure
  • Children's airways are too small for the required tube size
  • The cricoid cartilage is not fully developed in children (correct)
  • The procedure is too complex for young children

    • What is the main reason for securing the endotracheal tube during a surgical cricothyroidotomy?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which alternative procedure has been reported as an alternative to open tracheostomy?

    <p>Percutaneous tracheostomy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is percutaneous tracheostomy not recommended in the acute trauma situation?

    <p>Both b and c</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason for dilating the opening during a surgical cricothyroidotomy?

    <p>To ensure proper insertion of the endotracheal tube</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is surgical cricothyroidotomy not recommended for children under 12 years of age?

    <p>Due to the small size of their cricoid cartilage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the circumferential support for the upper trachea that must be protected during a surgical cricothyroidotomy?

    <p>Cricoid cartilage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is percutaneous tracheostomy not recommended in the acute trauma situation?

    <p>It requires hyperextension of the neck</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is used to secure the endotracheal tube to prevent malpositioning during a surgical cricothyroidotomy?

    <p>Endotracheal tape</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What tube is preferably inserted after dilating the opening during a surgical cricothyroidotomy?

    <p>Endotracheal tube with 8 mm ID</p> Signup and view all the answers

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