Clinical Scenario Two: Evaluation and Treatment of Chronic Abdominal Pain in a Teenager
Learning Objectives
Identify essential intubation equipment required for airway management prior to laryngoscopy, including primary devices, adjuncts, and backup tools
Explain the functional purpose of each major component of the intubation setup and how it contributes to airway visualization, tube placement, and ventilation
Apply correct preparation and setup procedures for intubation equipment in a simulated or clinical environment to ensure readiness and procedural efficiency
Analyze common equipment-related challenges during intubation and determine appropriate troubleshooting or alternative strategies to maintain airway control
• Evaluate the suitability and safety of selected intubation equipment and setup based on patient factors and procedural context.
Author(s)
Neil Schechter, MD
Emeritus Attending | Department of Anesthesiology | Critical Care and Pain Medicine | Boston Children's Hospital
Associate Professor of Anaesthesia | Harvard Medical School
Traci Wolbrink, MD, MPH
Co-Director, OPENPediatrics; Co-Director, Center for Educational Excellence and Innovation; Program Director, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Senior Associate in Critical Care Medicine | Boston Children’s Hospital
Associate Professor of Anaesthesia | Harvard Medical School
David Casavant, MD
Senior Associate in Critical Care Medicine, Department of Anesthesiology
Critical Care and Pain Medicine | Boston Children's Hospital
Assistant Professor of Anaesthesia | Harvard Medical School
Citation
Schechter N, Wolbrink TA, Casavant D. Evaluation and Treatment of Chronic Abdominal Pain in a Teenager. 10/2015. Online video. OPENPediatrics. https://learn.openpediatrics.org/learn/course/internal/view/elearning/3035/evaluation-and-treatment-of-chronic-abdominal-pain-in-a-teenager.