How do you assess for difficult intubation?
How do you assess for difficult intubation? A large mandible can also attribute to a difficult airway by elongating the oral axis and impairing visualization of the vocal cords. The patient can also be asked to open their mouth while sitting upright to assess the extent to which the tongue prevents the visualization of the posterior pharynx. What is the 3 step approach to assessing the airway? This approach is illustrated in 3 cases below. Step 1: Is there evidence of airway obstruction now? Step 2: Is there a risk of anticipated airway obstruction? Step 3:Is there a risk of...