airway management Flashcards
1
Q
what does the acronym LEMON stands for
A
Look- for dental condition
Evaluate- 3,3,2
Mallampati- class 1-4
O-obstruction/ obesity- patency and complication of airway
N- neck flexibility ( C-spine precautions)
2
Q
What’s does the acronym for MOANS stand for ?
A
M-mask seal (proper mask size) O-obstruction/ obesity A- age N-no teeth S-stiff ( c- spine fusion)
3
Q
what does the acronym RODS stand for ?
A
R- restricted mouth opening
O- obstruction/ obesity
D- disrupted or distorted airway
S- stiff
4
Q
what does the acronym BURP stand for ?
A
Backwards
upper
right
pressure