A Multidisciplinary Intubation Algorithm for Suspected COVID-19 Patients in the Emergency Department.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Intubation of patients suspected of having coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is considered to be a high-risk procedure due to the aerosolization of viral particles. In an effort to minimize the risk of exposure and optimize patient care, we sought to develop, test, provide training, and implement a standardized algorithm for intubating these high-risk patients at our institution.

Methods

We developed an initial intubation algorithm, incorporating strategic use of equipment and incorporating emerging best practices. By combining simulation-based training sessions and rapid-cycle improvement methodology with physicians, nurses, and respiratory therapists, and incorporating their feedback into the development, we were able to optimize the process prior to impleme

SUBMITTER: Trembley LL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7390585 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature