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Et tube Size
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7.5-8.0 in women
8.0-8.5 in men Always have available 1 smaller and 1 larger than indicated |
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Indications for intubation
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. |
1. Respiratory insufficiency
2. Airway obstruction 3.Inability to protect airway (AMS) 4. Need for hyperventilation (head injury) 5. Anticipated or impending airway compromise |
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Clues to potentially difficult airway
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1. Massive facial or neck trauma
2. Morbid obesity, short/thick neck or recessed chin 3. Inability to extend neck or open the mouth 4. Anatomical deformity/ obstruction |
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Inital Management of Resp. Distress
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1. Give O2
2. Chin lift or head tilt 3. Clear airway/suction |
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Sedative Drug choices for RSI
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Etomidate
Methohexital Midazolam Fentanyl Ketamine Thiopental |
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Neuromuscular Blockade choices for RSI
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Succinylcholine
Vecuronium Rocuronium |
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Succinylcholine
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-Depolarizing Neuromuscular Blockade
Dose:1-1.5 mg/kg in adults Onset: 45-60 sec Duration:5-10 min 1st line drug Counterindicated: Hyperkalemia |
