Ch. 40 The morbidly Obese Patient

Question 2

Intubation Technique

Answer 2

• RAMP: Align ear w sternal notch.
• Preoxygenate!!!
• Use 15L apneic oxygenation.
• BVM 2 persons with Nasal and Oral airway.
• Use reverse trendelenberg (up) when preoxygenating

Question 3

RSI drug dosing

Answer 3

• Succinylcholine–Total body Weight
• Rocuronium-Total
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Question 4

Ventilator Settings

Answer 4

• Tidal volume based on Ideal body weight
• At least 5 to 10 cm PEEP
• Sit them up some to reduce abdomen weight.