HEALTH
By Befitbu Health Desk
May 09, 2024
Airway Management
1.
Tracheal intubation involves inserting a tube into the windpipe to establish an open airway, commonly used in emergencies, surgeries, and critical care settings.
Indications
2.
It's used for respiratory failure, airway blockages, anaesthesia during surgery, trauma, or critical illness management.
Equipment & Technique
3.
Specialized tools like laryngoscopes and endotracheal tubes are used, requiring skill and precision for safe insertion.
Preparation & Assessment
4.
Careful evaluation of airway anatomy, patient status, and sedation is vital before the procedure.
Sedation & Anesthesia
5.
Sedation and anaesthesia minimize discomfort and help with tube insertion using various medications.
Complications
6.
Risks include tube misplacement, injury, aspiration, and breathing difficulties, necessitating close monitoring.
Confirmation
7.
Tube placement is confirmed by visual inspection, listening for breath sounds, chest rise, and other methods.
Maintenance & Monitoring
8.
Continuous monitoring ensures proper tube function, airway protection, and patient safety.
Ventilator Management
9.
Mechanical ventilation may follow intubation to support breathing, with adjustments based on patient needs.
Post-Intubation Care
10.
Extubation is carefully considered, ensuring patient readiness and minimizing complications before removal.