Notes in 04 Airway Management

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Published	12/13/2023	What acronym is used to assess for difficult mask ventilation?{{c1::MOANS}}
Published	12/13/2023	What does MOANS stand for (assessing difficult mask ventilation)?M - {{c1::mask seal impediment (beards, altered anatomy, NG tube)}}O - {{c2::obstruct…
Published	12/13/2023	What acronym is used to assess for difficult laryngoscopy? {{c1::LEMON}}
Published	12/13/2023	What does LEMON stand for (assessing for difficult laryngoscopy)? L - {{c1::look externally}}E - {{c2::evaluate (3-3-2 rule)}}M - {{c3::Mallampati}}O …
Published	12/13/2023	What acronym is used to assess for difficult supraglottic airway device placement and ventilation? {{c1::RODS}}
Published	12/13/2023	What does RODS stand for (assessing for difficult supraglottic airway device placement and ventilation)? R - {{c1::restricted mouth opening}}O - {{c2:…
Published	12/13/2023	What acronym is used to assess for difficult cricothyrotomy? {{c1::DO ITS}}
Published	12/13/2023	What does DO ITS stand for (assessing for difficult cricothyrotomy)?D - {{c1::distortion}}O - {{c2::obesity}}I - {{c3::impediments to neck access}}T -…
Published	12/13/2023	The normal atlanto-occipital joint extension is {{c1::35}} degrees.
Published	12/13/2023	The normal atlanto-occipital joint flexion is {{c1::90-165}} degrees.
Published	12/13/2023	Ingestion of {{c2::clear liquids}} 2 hours before surgery reduces gastric volume and {{c1::increases}} gastric pH, thereby reducing the risk of {{c3::…
Published	12/13/2023	How much cricoid pressure is applied after loss of consciousness?{{c1::40 Newtons (4 kg)}}
Published	12/13/2023	Cricoid pressure should not be used in patients who are actively {{c1::vomiting}} because it may lead to {{c2::esophageal rupture}}.
Published	12/13/2023	What (3) medications are commonly used to treat anaphylaxis-mediated angioedema?{{c1::Epinephrine, antihistamines, steroids}}
Published	12/13/2023	{{c2::ACE inhibitors}} prevent the breakdown of {{c1::bradykinin}}, which can lead to kinin-mediated angioedema.
Published	12/13/2023	{{c2::Icatibant}} is a {{c1::bradykinin receptor}} antagonist used for the treatment of angioedema.
Published	12/13/2023	{{c2::Ecallantide}} is a {{c1::plasma kallidrein}} inhibitor that stops the conversion of {{c3::kininogen}} to bradykinin.
Published	12/13/2023	{{c1::C1 esterase}} concentrates can be used in the treatment of patients with angioedema.
Published	12/13/2023	Patients with a history of hereditary angioedema undergoing dental procedures or tracheal intubation should receive prophylactic {{c2::danazol}} or {{…
Published	12/13/2023	What congenital syndromes have a large tongue?{{c1::Beckwith syndromeTrisomy 21 (Down)}}
Published	12/13/2023	What congenital syndromes have cerivcal spine anomalies?{{c1::Klippel FeilTrisomy 21Goldenhar}}
Published	12/13/2023	What congenital syndrome is characterized by subglottic stenosis, atlantoaxial instability, large tongue, and small mouth?{{c1::Trisomy 21 (Down)}}
Published	12/13/2023	What congenital syndrome is characterized by neck rigidity?{{c1::Klippel-Feil}}
Published	12/13/2023	What congenital syndrome is characterized by micrognathia and cervical spine abnormalities?{{c1::Goldenhar}}
Published	12/13/2023	What congenital syndrome is characterized by micrognathia, laryngomalacia, and stridor?{{c1::Cri du Chat}}
Published	12/13/2023	Lateral rotation of the head moves the ETT tip {{c1::away from}} the carina.
Published	12/13/2023	ID of oropharyngeal airway (OPA) 1: {{c1::Guedel}}
Published	12/13/2023	ID of oropharyngeal airway (OPA) 2: {{c1::Berman}}
Published	12/13/2023	ID of oropharyngeal airway (OPA) 3: {{c1::Williams}}
Published	12/13/2023	ID of oropharyngeal airway (OPA) 4: {{c1::Ovassapian}}
Published	12/13/2023	Which OPA (oropharyngeal airway) have holes that facilitate fiberoptic intubation?{{c1::Williams}} and {{c1::Ovassapian}}
Published	12/13/2023	Which OPA (oropharyngeal airway) can be used for a blind orotracheal intubation?{{c1::Williams}}
Published	12/13/2023	A oropharyngeal (oral) airway that is too short can cause {{c1::obstruction}}.
Published	12/13/2023	What previous procedures are a contraindication to nasal airway placement?{{c2::Transsphenoidal hypophysectomy }}{{c1::Caldwell-Luc procedure}}
Published	12/13/2023	Which LMA utilizes a low-volume, high-pressure cuff?{{c1::LMA FasTrach}}
Published	12/13/2023	Which endotracheal tube utilizes a low-volume, high-pressure cuff?{{c1::Red rubber tube}}
Published	12/13/2023	The {{c1::microthin}} cuff is a high-volume, low-pressure cuff that provides better protection against liquid aspiration than a standard endotracheal …
Published	12/13/2023	Endotracheal tubes without a {{c1::Murphy eye}} are associated with a decreased risk of endobronchial intubation.
Published	12/13/2023	The formula for calculating a pediatric endotracheal tube size (without cuff) is:{{c1::ETT size without cuff = (age / 4) + 4}}
Published	12/13/2023	The formula for calculating a pediatric endotracheal tube size (with cuff) is:{{c1::ETT size without cuff = (age / 4) + 3.5}}
Published	12/13/2023	The formula for calculating a pediatric endotracheal tube depth placement is:{{c1::Depth placement = ID x 3}}
Published	12/13/2023	Overinflation of the laryngeal mask airway (LMA) cuff places the patient at risk for {{c1::nerve}} injuries.
Published	12/13/2023	What LMA size is used for a 5 kg patient?{{c1::1}}
Published	12/13/2023	What LMA size is used for a 5-10 kg patient?{{c1::1.5}}
Published	12/13/2023	What LMA size is used for a 10-20 kg patient?{{c1::2}}
Published	12/13/2023	What LMA size is used for a 20-30 kg patient?{{c1::2.5}}
Published	12/13/2023	What LMA size is used for a 30-50 kg patient?{{c1::3}}
Published	12/13/2023	What LMA size is used for a 50-70 kg patient?{{c1::4}}
Published	12/13/2023	What LMA size is used for a 70-100 kg patient?{{c1::5}}
Published	12/13/2023	How many mL are needed to inflate a size 1 ETT cuff?{{c1::4}} mL
Published	12/13/2023	How many mL are needed to inflate a size 1.5 ETT cuff?{{c1::7}} mL
Published	12/13/2023	How many mL are needed to inflate a size 2 ETT cuff?{{c1::10}} mL
Published	12/13/2023	How many mL are needed to inflate a size 2.5 ETT cuff?{{c1::14}} mL
Published	12/13/2023	How many mL are needed to inflate a size 3 ETT cuff?{{c1::20}} mL
Published	12/13/2023	How many mL are needed to inflate a size 4 ETT cuff?{{c1::30}} mL
Published	12/13/2023	How many mL are needed to inflate a size 5 ETT cuff?{{c1::40}} mL
Published	12/13/2023	What is the largest size endotracheal tube (ETT) that fits a size 1 laryngeal mask airway (LMA)?{{c1::3.5}}
Published	12/13/2023	What is the largest size endotracheal tube (ETT) that fits a size 1.5 laryngeal mask airway (LMA)?{{c1::4.0}}
Published	12/13/2023	What is the largest size endotracheal tube (ETT) that fits a size 2 laryngeal mask airway (LMA)?{{c1::4.5}}
Published	12/13/2023	What is the largest size endotracheal tube (ETT) that fits a size 2.5 laryngeal mask airway (LMA)?{{c1::5.0}}
Published	12/13/2023	What is the largest size endotracheal tube (ETT) that fits a size 3 laryngeal mask airway (LMA)?{{c1::6.0}}
Published	12/13/2023	What is the largest size endotracheal tube (ETT) that fits a size 4 laryngeal mask airway (LMA)?{{c1::6.0}}
Published	12/13/2023	What is the largest size endotracheal tube (ETT) that fits a size 5 laryngeal mask airway (LMA)?{{c1::7.0}}
Published	12/13/2023	Which laryngeal mask airway variations cannot be used in an MRI suite?{{c1::LMA Fastrach}} and {{c2::LMA Flexible}}
Published	12/13/2023	Which laryngeal mask airway (LMA) variation is used for head and neck surgery?{{c1::LMA flexible}}
Published	12/13/2023	In the event of aspiration with a laryngeal mask airway (LMA) in place, the patient should be placed in a {{c1::Trendelenburg}} position.
Published	12/13/2023	The least stimulating airway device is a {{c1::laryngeal mask airway (LMA)}}.
Published	12/13/2023	The most stimulating airway device is a {{c1::Combitube}}.
Published	12/13/2023	The rule of {{c3::15}} provides guidelines for use of a {{c2::laryngeal mask airway}} during a {{c1::laparoscopic}} procedure.
Published	12/13/2023	A size {{c1::37}} Combitube that is used in patients between 4 and 6 feet tall.
Published	12/13/2023	A size {{c1::41}} Combitube that is used in patients greater than 6 feet tall.
Published	12/13/2023	Combitubes are contraindicated in patients with {{c1::Zenker's diverticulum::esophageal disease}}.
Published	12/13/2023	Which hand moves the lever in a flexible fiberoptic bronchoscope?{{c1::Non-dominant}}
Published	12/13/2023	With a flexible fiberoptic bronchoscope, pushing the lever up points the tip {{c1::down}}.
Published	12/13/2023	{{c1::Bullard}} laryngoscopes are preferred for patients with small mouth openings, impaired C-spine mobility, and congenital syndromes.
Published	12/13/2023	The minimum mouth opening necessary for a Bullard laryngoscope is {{c1::7}} mm.
Published	12/13/2023	What change can be made to a Bullard laryngoscope to optimize use for tall patients?{{c1::Disposable tip extender}}
Published	12/13/2023	The advantage of a Bullard laryngoscope is that it causes less {{c1::cervical spine}} displacement compared to a DVL.
Published	12/13/2023	The advantage of a Bullard laryngoscope is that it is {{c1::faster}} than a fiberoptic bronchoscope.
Published	12/13/2023	The secondary sign that suggests tracheal placement of an Eschmann introducer is the {{c1::hold-up}} sign.
Published	12/13/2023	A bronchial blocker can be improve surgical exposure by {{c1::suctioning air}} from the non-ventilated lung.
Published	12/13/2023	In patients under 8 years old, one-lung ventilation (lung separation / OLV) is accomplished with a {{c1::bronchial blocker}}.
Published	12/13/2023	In patients with a nasotracheal tube or a tracheostomy, one-lung ventilation (lung separation / OLV) is accomplished with a {{c1::bronchial blocker}}.
Published	12/13/2023	The most common nerve damage associated with retrograde intubation is {{c1::trigeminal}} nerve trauma.
Published	12/13/2023	Ventilation cannot be controlled in transtracheal jet ventilation, placing the patient at risk for {{c1::hypercapnia}}.
Published	12/13/2023	In children, the emergency surgical airway technique of choice is a {{c1::needle cricothyrotomy}}.
Published	12/13/2023	Tracheostomy incisions are usually made {{c1::between the 2nd and 3rd tracheal rings}}.
Published	12/13/2023	Nasal airways are contraindicated in patients with "{{c1::raccoon}}" eyes.
Published	12/13/2023	What is the diameter of the ETT-circuit connector?{{c1::15 mm}}
Published	12/13/2023	What portion of the endotracheal tube protects the lungs from aspiration of gastric contents?{{c1::Cuff}}
Published	12/13/2023	The LMA flexible is {{c1::narrower::width}} and {{c2::longer::length}} than the LMA classic.
Published	12/13/2023	With a Bullard laryngoscope, glottic exposure occurs when the handle is pulled {{c1::straight up}}.
Published	12/13/2023	A trachlite lighted stylet is useful for patients with difficult laryngoscopy and easy {{c1::mask ventilation}}.
Published	12/13/2023	One complication of a retrograde intubation is breath {{c1::holding}}.
Published	12/13/2023	In children, the {{c1::thyroid isthmus}} covers the cricothyroid membrane.
Published	12/13/2023	Cricothyroidotomy can cause tracheal {{c1::stenosis}}.
Published	12/13/2023	Long-term use of {{c1::tracheostomy::airway}} is associated with tracheal stenosis, tracheomalacia, tracheoesophageal fistula, and tracheal necro…
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