The Difficult Airway

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Digital Intubation

Similar to hands-only CPR, this is what it boils down to in the event of equipment failure.  Whenever attempting a digital intubation you must ensure that the patient is unresponsive and will remain unresponsive during your attempt.  Other indications of a digital intubation include:

  • Cardiac arrest
  • Equipment failure
  • Unable to visualize anatomical structures (vomit / blood in airway)

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