Anesthesia

Question 1

Cricoid pressure

Answer 1

Occludes the esophagus and immobilizes the trachea. 1-2 fingers against the 6th cervical vertebra on the posterior side.

Question 2

Sellick’s maneuver

Answer 2

Cricoid pressure - prevents regurgitation of the stomach contents and subsequent aspiration

Question 3

Balanced Anesthesia

Answer 3

1. Hypnotic-sedative
2. Narcotic
3. Muscle relaxant

• Similar to GA but not as deep

Question 4

What is an LMA?

Answer 4

• Provides airway
• Forms seal with the trachea
• Used in place of an ET tube

Question 5

What don’t LMA’s do?

Answer 5

Don’t prevent regurgitation and aspiration