5 results
Noninvasive Positive Pressure Ventilation (NIPPV)

Expiratory & Inspiratory Positive Airway Pressure
Both increase intrathoracic pressure, which can decrease
& lower airway ... COPD, decreases intubation ... #BPAP #indications ... #criticalcare # ... management
Airway Intubation Checklist
GATHER/TEST EQUIPMENT: NC, BVM + PEEP Valve, Free flowing IV, EKG, SpO2 monitor, ETT
Airway Intubation ... /INDUCTION o Position ... MANAGEMENT o ... #checklist #criticalcare ... #airway #management
COVID-19 Intubations - Team Roles to Minimize Exposure

Respiratory Therapist is encouraged to stay outside the room
COVID-19 Intubations ... Backup b) Surgical Airway ... #Assignments #Management ... #CriticalCare # ... Positions
Airway Intubation Checklist
GATHER/TEST EQUIPMENT: NC, BVM + PEEP Valve, Free flowing IV, EKG, SpO2 monitor, ETT
Airway Intubation ... /INDUCTION o Position ... MANAGEMENT o ... #checklist #criticalcare ... #airway #management
Preoperative Risk Evaluation

Major Pre-Op Questions:
1. Does the patient have any modifiable risk factors that could be
of a difficult airway ... - Allergies to medications ... Intraabdominal - Orthopedic ... OSA • Continue CPAP ... medical and surgical management