ETT: endotracheal tube.
* Should a surgical airway be needed in these circumstances, 1 attempt at tracheal intubation using video or direct laryngoscopy may be performed, provided preparations for a surgical airway occur simultaneously.
¶ Placement of an extraglottic device is contraindicated in the setting of severe hypopharyngeal pathology, such as epiglottitis.
Δ In neonates, a cuffed ETT is suggested, but an uncuffed endotracheal tube is acceptable.Do you want to add Medilib to your home screen?