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Preparation For Intubation

The document outlines the procedure for intubation equipment preparation, including pre-assessment steps and necessary equipment. It details the preparation of the laryngoscope and endotracheal tube (ETT), ensuring proper sizes and functionality. Lastly, it emphasizes assisting the anesthetist during the intubation process.

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Preparation For Intubation

The document outlines the procedure for intubation equipment preparation, including pre-assessment steps and necessary equipment. It details the preparation of the laryngoscope and endotracheal tube (ETT), ensuring proper sizes and functionality. Lastly, it emphasizes assisting the anesthetist during the intubation process.

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Procedure: Equipment for Intubation

Pre-assessment
• Check consent
• Check the patency of the intravenous catheter
Gather the equipment for the function
• Face mask/ Bag valve mask of appropriate size
• Airway of appropriate size
• Makintosh and Miller Laryngoscope of appropriate size
• Cuffed endotracheal tube (ETT) of appropriate size
• Syringe 10cc
• Stylet
• Lubricant jelly
• McGill Forceps
• Yanker suction tube
• Tape to secure the ETT
Prepare the laryngoscope
• Check if the blade fix properly with the handle
• Check if the light is working
• Ensure the laryngoscope is steady
• Ensure the bulb is tightly screwed
• Standby Miller Laryngoscope
Prepare the ETT
• Prepare correct size (Male 7.5 & 8.0; Female 6.5 & 7.0)
• Open a small part of the ETT wrapper
• Check for cuff leakage by applying air through the syringe
• Apply Xylocaine jelly at the tip of ETT
Post
• Asist anesthetist in intubation

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