EMCrit Podcast EMCrit 360 - A Taxonomy of Key Performance Errors for Emergency Intubation (Primer)
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Oct 21, 2023 Exploring key performance errors in emergency intubation, emphasizing the importance of the midline approach for higher success rates. Analysing common errors like device delivery, over-rotated insertion, and premature camera withdrawal, and teasing future episodes featuring guest speakers on airway programs.
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Midline Approach for Intubation
- Use a midline approach for video laryngoscopy.
- Avoid sweeping the tongue, as it can obscure structures and is unnecessary with video.
Laryngoscope Insertion Depth
- Avoid overly deep laryngoscope insertion.
- If you overrun the glottis, pull back to the tongue and advance slowly.
Suctioning During Intubation
- Always have suction ready during intubation.
- Use it to clear secretions before picking up bougie or ET tube.