Intubations

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When is Intubation Neccessary?

Intubation is performed for various reasons, primarily to establish and secure a patient’s airway. Below we discuss a few common situations when intubation may be necessary.

Intubation is often performed in cases of severe respiratory distress or failure where the patient’s ability to breathe adequately is compromised. It allows for the administration of mechanical ventilation, which provides life-sustaining support by delivering oxygen and removing carbon dioxide from the lungs.

Intubations are a routine part of general anesthesia. It is performed to maintain a patient’s airway and ensure proper ventilation during surgical procedures. Anesthesia induction and maintenance medications are used to sedate and relax the patient, facilitating intubation and subsequent mechanical ventilation.

Intubation helps protect the patient’s airway and lungs in situations where there is a risk of aspiration. Aspiration occurs when stomach contents or other substances enter the lungs, potentially leading to pneumonia or other complications. Intubation prevents these substances from entering the lungs and allows for the removal of secretions or foreign bodies.

Intubations may be necessary in patients with altered mental status, such as those in a coma, severe intoxication or with neurological conditions that compromise their ability to protect their airway. It ensures a patent airway, maintains oxygenation and allows for the administration of necessary medications or interventions.

In cases of upper airway obstruction, such as severe swelling, trauma or foreign body inhalation, intubations can bypass the blockage and provide a secure airway for the patient. It allows for the delivery of oxygen and the removal of obstructions to restore normal breathing.

Intubation may be required when other methods of oxygenation or ventilation such as non-invasive ventilation or mask based techniques are insufficient in maintaining adequate oxygen levels or removing carbon dioxide from the body.

How to Perform Intubations

Intubation is a medical procedure performed to establish and secure a patient’s airway by inserting a flexible plastic tube called an endotracheal tube into the windpipe. It is commonly used during surgeries, in emergency situations or in cases where a patient requires mechanical ventilation or assistance with breathing.

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The procedure for intubations is typically carried out by healthcare professionals, such as an anesthesiologist, emergency physician or respiratory therapist who have received specialized training in airway management. Here is a general overview of the steps involved in how to intubate a patient:

• Preparation:

  The healthcare professional ensures they have the necessary equipment and confirms the patient’s vital signs. They may administer medications to help sedate or relax the patient if needed.

• Positioning:

  The patient is positioned appropriately to provide optimal access to the airway. The head is placed in a slightly extended position and the neck is aligned to facilitate visualization of the vocal cords.

• Preoxygenation:

  The patient is given supplemental oxygen to ensure adequate oxygenation prior to the procedure. This helps maintain oxygen levels during the intubation process.

• Induction and Paralysis:

  If the patient needs to be deeply sedated or paralyzed to facilitate intubations, medications such as an induction agent and a neuromuscular blocking agent may be administered.

• Visualization:

  Using a laryngoscope, the healthcare professional inserts the instrument into the mouth to visualize the vocal cords. The laryngoscope blade lifts the tongue and other structures providing a clear view of the larynx and trachea.

• Insertion of the Endotracheal Tube:

  Once the vocal cords are visualized, the endotracheal tube is carefully advanced through the vocal cords into the trachea. The tube is then secured in place using tape or other fixation devices.

• Confirmation and Stabilization:

  The healthcare professional verifies proper tube placement by observing chest rise and listening for breath sounds on both sides of the chest. They may also use additional methods to confirm correct tube positioning, such as capnography to measure exhaled carbon dioxide levels.

• Securing the Tube:

  The ET tube is securely fastened to prevent accidental dislodgement during movement or transportation. The patient’s head is positioned appropriately to minimize the risk of tube displacement.

• Post-intubation Care:

  After intubation, the healthcare professional ensures proper ventilation and oxygenation. They may connect the endotracheal tube to a mechanical ventilator to provide controlled breaths if required. Continuous monitoring of the patient’s vital signs, oxygen levels and tube position is essential.

It is important to note that intubation is a complex medical procedure that should only be performed by trained professionals. Variations in techniques and equipment exist based on the patient’s specific needs and the healthcare professional’s expertise.

What is an Intubations Kit and What is it Used For?

An intubations kit, also known as an airway management kit or intubation set, is a collection of medical instruments and supplies specifically designed to assist healthcare professionals in performing endotracheal intubation.

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Intubation kits are essential for establishing and securing a patient’s airway during various medical procedures or emergency situations. While the specific contents of an intubation kit may vary based on the manufacturer and intended use, here are some common items found in intubations kits:

• Endotracheal Tube (ET Tube):

  This is a flexible plastic tube inserted into the trachea to establish an airway. ET tubes come in various sizes, and the appropriate size is chosen based on the patient’s age, size, and medical condition.

• Laryngoscope Handle:

  The laryngoscope handle is the handheld device that holds the laryngoscope blade. It provides illumination and visualization of the vocal cords during intubation.

• Laryngoscope Blades:

  Laryngoscope blades come in different sizes and shapes (e.g., Macintosh, Miller) and are attached to the laryngoscope handle. They are used to lift the tongue and other structures to visualize the vocal cords during intubation.

• Syringe:

  A syringe is included to inflate the cuff of the endotracheal tube once it is in the correct position within the trachea. Inflating the cuff creates an airtight seal to prevent air leakage and secure the tube in place.

• Stylet:

  A stylet is a flexible wire-like device that can be inserted into the endotracheal tube to give it shape and rigidity, aiding in the insertion process.

• Bougie:

  A bougie, also known as a tracheal tube introducer, is a flexible, thin tube used as a guide for difficult intubations. It helps guide the endotracheal tube into the trachea when the vocal cords are not easily visualized.

• Suction Catheter:

  A suction catheter is used to remove secretions or debris from the patient’s airway before and during intubation to ensure clear passage for the endotracheal tube.

• Magill Forceps:

  Magill forceps are long, curved, and angled forceps used to manipulate the endotracheal tube during intubation, especially when the tube needs adjustment or repositioning.

• End-Tidal CO2 Detector:

  This device measures the exhaled carbon dioxide levels to confirm correct endotracheal tube placement in the trachea, as carbon dioxide is produced in the lungs.

• Lubricating Gel:

  Lubricating gel is used to ease the insertion of the endotracheal tube into the patient’s airway smoothly.

• Adhesive Tape:

  Adhesive tape is included to secure the endotracheal tube in place after intubation, preventing accidental displacement.

Additional items that may be found in an intubation kit include a mask, gloves, scissors, a sterile drape and various sizes of oral airways or nasopharyngeal airways for airway management.

What is an Intubation Manikin and How to Use Intubation Manikins

An intubation manikin, also known as an intubation simulator, is a medical training device designed to replicate the anatomical features and airway structures of a human patient. It is used to practice and enhance the skills of healthcare professionals in performing intubations and airway management techniques.

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Intubation manikins are typically made of high quality materials that closely resemble human tissue and provide realistic feedback during training. They have features such as a simulated head, neck, oral and nasal cavities, vocal cords and a trachea.

Some advanced models may also include additional features like lung simulation, the ability to produce sounds or the capability to mimic different patient scenarios. To practice intubations on an intubation manikin, follow these general steps:

1. Positioning:

   Place the intubation manikin in a suitable position, similar to that of a patient being intubated. Ensure proper alignment of the head, neck, and airway.

2. Preparation:

   Gather the necessary intubation equipment, including laryngoscope handles and blades, endotracheal tubes, stylets, and syringes. Ensure the equipment is appropriately sized and prepared.

3. Visualize the Airway:

   Use the laryngoscope and appropriate blade to visualize the vocal cords of the manikin. Lift the tongue and other structures to expose the airway.

4. Inserting the Endotracheal Tube:

   Carefully insert the endotracheal tube into the manikin’s airway, passing it through the vocal cords and into the simulated trachea. Use proper technique and follow the recommended insertion depth guidelines.

5. Confirmation:

   Verify the correct tube placement by observing bilateral chest rise, listening for breath sounds over the lung fields, and confirming end-tidal carbon dioxide (CO2) detection if available.

6. Securing the Tube:

   Once the tube placement is confirmed, secure the endotracheal tube in the manikin’s airway using tape or fixation devices.

7. Practice Techniques:

   Practice intubation techniques such as tube manipulation, repositioning, and troubleshooting in response to various scenarios or complications.

8. Monitoring and Feedback:

   Evaluate your performance and receive feedback from instructors or colleagues. Focus on improving skills, efficiency, and accuracy in subsequent practice sessions.

Intubation manikins provide a realistic and safe environment for healthcare professionals to develop and refine their intubation skills. They allow for repeated practice, allowing learners to gain confidence, improve technique and familiarize themselves with the complexities of airway management.

It is important to note that hands on training supervised by experienced instructors is crucial for optimal skill development and proficiency in intubation techniques.

Covid 19 Pandemic Intubations

Intubation played a crucial role in the early days of the COVID-19 and coronavirus pandemic due to the severe respiratory complications experienced by some patients. Here are the primary reasons why intubations were necessary during that time:

COVID-19 can lead to severe respiratory distress and ARDS, a condition where the lungs are unable to provide sufficient oxygen to the body. Intubations were necessary to support the patients breathing and maintain adequate oxygenation.

Some COVID-19 patients experienced rapid deterioration in their respiratory function resulting in hypoxemic respiratory failure where oxygen levels in the blood become dangerously low. Intubations provided means to deliver high concentrations of oxygen and assist with ventilation.

In severe cases, COVID-19 patients experienced respiratory muscle fatigue making it difficult for them to breathe effectively. Intubations and mechanical ventilation provided support to the weakened respiratory muscles, ensuring sufficient oxygen supply to the body.

COVID-19 patients with compromised consciousness or weakened cough reflex were at risk of aspirating fluids or food into their lungs. Intubations helped protect the airways, preventing aspiration and facilitating the removal of secretions.

Intubation required healthcare professionals to perform aerosol generating procedures which posed a risk of spreading the virus. By conducting intubations in controlled environments such as negative pressure rooms and using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) healthcare workers minimized the risk of transmission.

It’s important to note that intubations were typically performed in hospitals or specialized medical facilities by healthcare professionals trained in airway management. The decision to intubate was made based on the patient’s clinical condition, oxygenation levels, respiratory distress and the judgment of the medical team involved in their care.

As the pandemic progressed, alternative interventions, such as high flow nasal cannula, non-invasive ventilation and prone positioning were explored to reduce the need for intubations and its associated risks. Medical advancements and a deeper understanding of COVID-19 management have led to evolving treatment strategies over time.

Books on Intubations

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Intubation is a skill passed from teacher to student by apprenticeship. Yet increasing emphasis on teaching large numbers of students in short training sessions makes mastering this vital skill more difficult.

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Some of our books about intubations include a multitude of visual aids and diagrams that show the right way to do intubations and help you perform intubations that are easier on your patients including the follow information and instruction:

• Essential airway anatomy including differences between adults and children
• Equipment you need and how to use it, including specialized equipment for difficult intubations including fiberoptic laryngoscope
• Standard intubation techniques including pediatric and nasal intubation
• Advice on avoiding common errors
• Predicting the difficult intubation
• Expert techniques on intubating the obese, the edentulous, patients with bleeding in the airway and more
• Strategies for intubations during cardiac arrests and other emergencies
• How to relieve airway obstruction and ventilate patients with bag and mask
• Safe sedation techniques
• Local anesthetic nerve blocks of the airway
• Use of muscle relaxants and induction agents for intubation
• Use of specialized ventilating equipment such as esophageal obturator airway, laryngeal mask airway, esophageal tracheal combitube
• Strategies for managing the traumatized airway
• Emergency intubation under general anesthesia: indications, contraindications and techniques.

Written by leading experts in the field of intubations, this book combines academic rigor with real world experience. The content is presented in a clear, concise manner, making it accessible to both beginners and seasoned professionals. Richly illustrated diagrams, photographs and case studies enhance your learning experience, ensuring that you grasp the concepts and techniques with ease.

We understand the importance of having a comprehensive resource at your fingertips which is why The Complete Guide to Intubations leaves no gaps in your understanding. It covers indications, contraindications, equipment selection, patient assessment, positioning, medication administration, visualization techniques, tube placement confirmation, complications and more, including valuable life saving information in each of the chapters below:

Anatomy
Single Cartilages
Paired Cartilages
Tying It All Together – Membranes and Muscles
Anatomy of the Lower Airway
Pulmonary Physiology and Assessing Respiration
Some Definitions
Control of Respiration
Oxygenation and Oxygen Delivery
Lung Volumes
Ventilation vs Blood Flow: V/Q Mismatch
Intubation Criteria
Establishing an Airway
Recognizing Airway Obstruction
Use of the Nasal Airway
Use of the Oral Airway
Ventilating With a Bag and a Mask
Preintubation Evaluation
Predicting the Difficult Airway
Medical History
Physical Signs
Equipment
Checking Your Laryngoscope
Checking Your Endotracheal Tube
Placing Your Stylet
Final Details
What To Do When You Don’t Have Optimal Equipment
Oral Intubation of the Adult
The Dummy vs. the Real Thing
Intubating the Adult
Securing the Tube
Straight vs. Curved Blades
Common Errors and How To Avoid Them
Positioning Errors
Left-handed Intubation
Problems with Techniques
Tests for Tube Placement
Seven Steps for Correct Tube Placement
Esophageal Intubations
Mainstem Intubation
Tube Is Too Shallow
Ventilating and Intubating the Child
Children Are Not Small Adults
Equipment for Pediatric Intubation
Intubating the Infant
Intubating the Child
Nasal Intubation Techniques
Indications and Contraindications
Anatomy
Techniques
Studies in Difficult Intubations Tricks of the Trade
Cardiac Arrest
Obesity
Through the Veil: Partial Plates and Cleft Palates
Edentulous
Receding Chins
Overbites
Poor Neck Mobility
Fixed Airway Obstruction
Blood in the Oropharynx
The Use of Cricoid Pressure
A Difficult Intubation Algorithm
Airway Management of Trauma
Airway Evaluation
Airway Management
Adjuncts to Intubation
Special Considerations
Stress and the Caregiver
Specialized Ventilation Techniques
Esophageal Obturator Airway
Laryngeal Mask Airway
Esophageal-Tracheal Combitube
Needle Cricothyroidotomy and Jet Ventilation
Surgical Cricothyroidotomy
Specialized Intubating Equipment
Safeguarding Patient Safety
Flexible Guides
Manipulating Endotracheal Tubes, Blades and Handles
Flexible Fiberoptic Bronchoscopes
Retrograde Wires
Combining Anterograde Fiberoptic Bronchoscopy with a Retrograde Wire
The Laryngeal Mask Airway as a Guide
Rigid Bronchoscopy
Awake Intubation
Risks of Using Sedation
Factors Influencing Drug Effect
Evaluating the Effect of Sedation
Local Anesthesia of the Oropharynx
Induction Agents and Muscle Relaxants
Preparing the Patient
Indications for Rapid Sequence Induction of Anesthesia
Relative Contraindications
Use of Induction Agents
Pharmacology of Muscle Relaxants
Reversal of Muscle Relaxation
Extubating and Exchanging Endotracheal Tubes
Extubation
Changing an Endotracheal Tube
Complications
Complications Occurring During the Intubation
Complications Occurring While Intubated
Complications Following Extubation

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