Table 2 Assessment of completion of the 16 steps of endotracheal intubation: comparison between student and teacher
Action | Student evaluation | Instructor evaluation |
|---|---|---|
1. Checks equipment | 97% | 96% |
2. Connects monitor | 92% | 91% |
3. Preoxygenates correctly | 91% | 89% |
4. Ensures correct patient position | 97% | 97% |
5. Correct laryngoscopy | 100% | 98% |
6. Describes laryngoscopy findings | 98% | 98% |
7. Performs the right actions according to visual anatomical findings | 100% | 98% |
8. Performs the right actions according to findings and situation | 100% | 100% |
9. Correct insertion of the ETT | 100% | 100% |
10. Checks ETT depth | 99% | 100% |
11. Inflates ETT cuff | 100% | 100% |
12. Removes laryngoscope blade | 100% | 100% |
13. Asks for CO2 detector and checks it | 99% | 98% |
14. Auscultates chest to assess position of ETT | 100% | 100% |
15. Secures ETT | 95% | 97% |
16. Assess ETT cuff pressure | 100% | 100% |