INTUBATION PT
INTUBATION PT
Ventilation
→ Refers to any system that allows the replacement of gaseous substances with new gases
→ Lungs swap carbon dioxide for new oxygen containing air.
1. BASIC
• Good Morning My Name Is ….
• Today I would like to perform mask ventilation/intubation
• May I confirm patient’s name/age
• Assistance(if provided)
2. → When unable to intubate,choose to ventilate.
→ Remove ETT
→ Suction to remove any fluid that obstructs the airway (saliva/blood)
→ Insert oropharyngeal tube on opposite side then
→ Slowly push the tongue away bringing the tube to the middle
3. • Put mask on patient
- Measure correct size by: cover mouth and nose but not eyes
• Connect ambu bag
• Start ventilation