Template:COVID-19 intubation
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Specific Considerations during Intubation of COVID-19 Patients
- High risk procedure for aeresolization
- Patient ideally in negative pressure room. Limit individuals in room to essential staff only.
- PPE for all in room: N95, gown, gloves, eye shield
- Minimum PPE for provider intubating: same as above (N95, gown, gloves, eye shield)
- Optional PPE for provider intubating: PAPR, double glove, double gown, shoe covers, buddy system for donning/doffing
- Use BVM with viral filter or avoid altogether, if possible
- Use sufficient paralytics to prevent coughing gagging
- Most experienced provider should perform intubation.
- Use video laryngoscopy so you’re face is further away. (clean with grey wipes, observe 3 min wet time)
- Ventilate using ARDSnet protocol