Intubation
Assemble equipment for airway manipulation and intubation. Explain the procedure and reassure patient. Induce general anesthesia (see Induction of anesthesia cognitive aid). Place patient in “sniffing” position. A. Assemble the…
Crichothyroidotomy
Puncture cricothyroid membrane (CTM) with a needle attached to a 5 mL syringe. Confirm tracheal entry by aspirating air into the syringe. A. The cricothyroid membrane is identified by palpation…
