Startprep Test Deck

Front 1

Identify four anatomical features utilized in the prediction of difficult intubation.

Back 1

Tongue size relative to the oropharynx (Mallampati Classification), Thyromental Distance, Atlanto-occipital Extension and Neck Circumference

Front 2

What two Cormack-Lehane Grade views correlate with Mallampati Class IV?

Back 2

Mallampati Class IV airways have Cormack-Lehane Grade views of III and IV up to 100% of the time

Front 3

Identify the physical findings in each of the four classes of the Mallampati Classification

Back 3

Class I is everything visible including tonsillar pillars. Class II is uvula fully visible, fauces visible. Class III is soft palate and base of uvula visible only. Class lV is cannot see soft palate

Front 4

What thyromental distance in conjunction with Mallampati Class III or IV should suspected as a difficult airway?

Back 4

Distance less than 7cm or three finger breaths

Front 5

What are the components of a preanesthesia evaluation?

Back 5

An interview with the patient to establish medical/medication/anesthesia history, diagnostic testing, review of diagnostic testing/consults, and a focused physical examination.

Front 6

What should be assessed during a focused preanesthetic physical examination?

Back 6

Airway, heart and lungs