ABSTRACT
What are the indications for intubation? What apparatus can be used for endotracheal intubation? Describe the technique for orotracheal intubation. What is meant by ‘rapid sequence induction’? How does cricoid pressure assist in rapid sequence induction? What is the definition of anatomical and physiological dead space? Draw a standard spirometry trace and label the key values. How can oxygen be delivered to the patient? What is a Venturi connector? How does a reservoir bag increase the FiO2 given to a patient? What modes of mechanical ventilation are available and what are their uses? What do you understand by the term ‘CPAP’? What is PEEP? What are the complications of mechanical ventilation?
