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Basic Steps
- Properly position the patient
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- Choose the correct laryngoscope blade
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- Properly shape the Endotracheal Tube (ETT)
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- Properly hold the laryngoscope
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- Properly insert the laryngoscope blade along the right side of the mouth
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- Control the tongue
- Recognize landmarks
- Control the epiglottis to get the most optimal view of the glottis
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- Apply external laryngeal pressure if need to get a better view
- Pass the ETT through the vocal cords
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- Confirm correct placement
Source
Karla A. Atlas of Pediatric Intubation Technique [Internet]. Pediatric Anesthesia. Digital Handbook. 2023. Available from: https://www.maskinduction.com/atlas-of-pediatric-intubation-technique.html
Pediatric Endotracheal Intubation Video
For basic steps start at 6:24 (as per the YouTube video direct links)
Pediatric Glidescope
Source
OpenPediatrics. Pediatric Endotracheal Intubation [Internet]. 2019. Available from: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nEa3E5tuVJM.
Referenced with permission from Airway management - Glidescope AVL, developed by Verathon Inc., 1. https://www.verathon.com/resources/airway-management/videos/avl-glidescope-pediatric-4-step-basic-technique
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