Clinical Presentation
In timeframe does Most adverse airway events occur after surgery
What is 24-48 hours?
ACDF
What is Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion?
Difficulty breathing with neck swelling into the face and oropharynx
What is Angioedema?
Most common reason of adverse outcomes in airway compromise
What is Delayed placement of a surgical airway?
Early respiratory sign
What is Difficulty breathing?
Surgical treatment relieves symptoms by decompressing
What is the spinal cord and nerve roots?
Most common cause of Airway Compromise
What is a Retropharyngeal Hematoma?
Any changes in respiratory status should be
What is Immediately assessed?
Early signs and symptoms of difficulty handling saliva
What is Difficulty in Swallowing?
ACDF treats this
What is pain and disability from disc degeneration?
Development of Respiratory Distress between 12-72 hours post op highly suspect
What is Pharyngolaryngeal edema?
Regarding airway management should be part of the patient transfer process after surgery
What is Communication between teams?
Change in voice such as raspy speech
What is Diff. in Talking
Potential Life-threatening event
What is Airway Obstruction?
May Develop 72 hours post-op with c/o diff. swallowing or chocking sensation at night
What is Cervical abscess?
If intubation cannot be accomplished immediately on the first attempt, secure a
What is a Surgical Airway?
Late stages of respiratory compromise
What is inspiratory stridor or cyanosis
Immediate treatment for airway obstruction
What is a surgical airway cricothyrotomy?
A rare complication but can result from an intraoperative Dural tear
What is CSF leak?
Like code carts, all clinical staff should know location of
What is Emergency Cricothyrotomy kits?