Week 5

Question 1

Types of Endotracheal Tubes

Answer 1

Magill- high pressure low volume

Murphy- low pressure, high volume- distributes over wider area

Question 2

What is a Supraglottic Device?

Answer 2

reduced risk of tracheal trauma,
remain in situ for longer periods of recovery

relient on capnography
reduced protection against aspiration
increased risk of slipping

Question 3

What is the equipment needed for inducing a patient?

Answer 3

. Largynosope
. Anaesthetic Machine/ Vapouriser
. Lubricant
. Local Anaesthetic Agent
. ET-TUbe (sized)
. Tube Tie
. Cuff Inflator
. Stylet

Question 4

Differences between ET and Supraglottic?

Answer 4

ET TUBE:

Longer, need to be precise

Good for brachycephalic breeds, eases pressure upon airways

Higher risk of complications after anaesthetic

Tube must be cut to length, ensures minimal risk of obstruction

SUPRA:

Quicker and Easier to use

Can tolerate lower volume of anaesthetic for longer

Can scar the larynx if no consideration is taken

Tube must be cut to length, ensures minimal risk of obstruction

Lower risk of complications after anaesthetic