21. Airway management in patients with suspected or confirmed cervical spine injury

What is the primary concern with airway management in patients with cervical spine injuries?

True or False: Videolaryngoscopy should always be used in cervical spine injury patients during tracheal intubation.

Which technique is recommended to maintain the airway without excessive cervical spine movement?

What is a key recommendation for pre-oxygenation in cervical spine injury patients?

True or False: Cervical collars should always remain in place during tracheal intubation.

What is a weak recommendation related to supraglottic airway devices (SADs)?

Which of the following is not recommended for minimizing movement during intubation?

True or False: Awake tracheal intubation is considered the gold standard in all cases of cervical spine injury.

What should be considered before using cricoid force during airway management?

Which airway management tool is most associated with minimal cervical spine movement?

When should external laryngeal manipulation be considered?

What is the guideline for prehospital airway management in suspected cervical spine injury?

Which adjunct is recommended for tracheal intubation in immobilized patients?

True or False: Cricoid force should never be removed during tracheal intubation.

What is the main recommendation for clinicians performing tracheal intubation in cervical spine injury patients?