AIRWAY MANAGEMENT LIFE SAVINGS TECHNIQUE-WPS Office.pptx

prepared by Dr. Palili

1. A I R W AY MANAGEMENT P R E P ARED BY DENIS MROPE

2. O b j e ctives I n t r oduction to a i r w a y m a nagement A i m o f a i r w a y m a nagement A i r w a y a n a tomy A i r w a y e x a m i nation B a s i c a i r w a y ma n e u v e r s B l i nd i n s e rt i o n a i r w a ys A d v a nced a i r w a y t e c hni q u e s

3. I n t r oduction to a i r w ay management Airway management is the practice of evaluating, planning, and using a wide array of medical procedures and devices for the purpose of maintaining or restoring a safe, effective pathway for oxygenation and ventilation. These procedures are indicated in patients with airway obstruction, respiratory failure, or a need for airway protection (e.g., for general anesthesia or due to an aspiration risk).

4. Airway management is an essential skill for clinicians in critical situations and is fundamental to the practice of emergency medicine. Lack of airway management in situations where it may be required can lead to reduced blood oxygen levels in individuals and can be life-threatening.