Rapid Sequence Intubation checklist
We haven't yet added checklists, just putting it here. One checklist would be:
Pre-RSI Challenge-Response Checklist
Pre-oxygenation taking place.
Preparation
Baseline obs
Cannula connected to fluid and runs easily
Suction, working?
Airway adjuncts - 2 xNPA, 1x OPA, 1xLMA
Ventilator and BVM connected to oxygen
Emergency cricothyroidotomy kit available
Tape or tie
HME
ETT - size checked, and balloon tested.
Drugs - Induction agent and paralysis chosen. Giver briefed.
Angle piece and catheter mount
Monitoring (ECG, NIBP, SpO2, ETC02)
Stethoscope
Elastic bougie
Laryngoscopes x 2, both working.
Syringe, 10mls, for cuff.
Premedication (if required)
Paralysis and Sedation
- in-line immobiliser briefed, cricoid pressure operator briefed.
Passage of tube - ETC02
Post-intubation sedation drawn up and ready to administer.
Plans B & C articulated