Date Published
April 27, 2021
Updated For
ALS PCS Version ALS PCS Version 5.2
Question:
Why is nasotracheal intubation reserved for patients above the age of 8?
Answer:
The more anterior and cephalic (toward the head) position of pediatric airways makes nasotracheal intubation difficult in neonates, infants and young children. Therefore, the Condition of Age ‰¥ 8 years was placed within the Nasotracheal Intubation Medical Directive.
Categories
Keywords
Pediatrics
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