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Intubation Essentials with Dr. Alyssa Stoner and Dr. Gina Patel, Part 1 Preparation and Checklists
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English - July 01, 2021 06:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MB - ★★★★★ - 35 ratingsEducation picu pedsicu pediatrics critical care emergency medicine peds pccm icu emcrit accrac Homepage Download Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
Dr. Alyssa Stoner is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine and practicing pediatric intensivist at Children's Mercy Kansas City.
Dr. Gina Patel is a fellow in pediatric critical care at Children's Mercy Kansas City.
Objectives
When a checklist is elusive a simple mnemonic can be helpful to recall the necessary equipment:
Mnemonic: SOAP ME
Suction Device: Ensure suction is turned on and at appropriate level
Yaunker or large bore suction tube 14 FrenchConsider second suction set up especially if concerned about pulmonary hemorrhage or pulmonary edemaOxygen Delivery system: ensure oxygen sources is connected and functioning appropriately
Nasal Cannula vs. High Flow/ Non-RebreatherConsider non-Invasive if poor oxygenationConsider need for apneic oxygenation depending on clinical situation Self-inflating anesthesia bag with appropriately sized maskAirway Equipment:
Direct Laryngoscope: Blade type and size considerations Video Laryngoscope: CMAC or Glidescope dependent upon access and comfort Endotracheal tube: Correct size + size downBack up airway IE: Laryngeal Mask Airway (LMA)Patient Position: Most of procedural success is based upon the appropriate patient positioning
Medication plan: specific to patient and clinical scenario, there are many combinations that can be utilized and some for specific scenarios.
Equipment: ensure all monitors placed appropriately (BP cuff and pulse ox on separate extremities)
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