Indications for laryngoscopy?
Visualisation of the glottis for the purpose of:
Removal of foreign body and insertion of endotracheal tube
Contraindications for laryngoscopy?
Suspected or known epiglottitis
Complications for laryngoscopy?
Laryngospasm
Hypoxia due to delay in oxygenation
Trauma to upper airway and mouth
Exacerbation of underlying c-spine injuries
Vomiting/regurgitation
How many attempts?
Two