Suggested Level of Knowlege: Detailed

LOs

IT_AM 1.6 Outline the equipment required to be immediately available for basic airway management and the `can't intubate, can't oxygenate' (CICO) situation

BT_SQ 1.13 Describe and classify breathing systems used in anaesthesia. Evaluate their clinical utility and hazards associated with their use

BT_SQ 1.14 Describe different systems to deliver supplemental oxygen and the advantages and disadvantages of these systems

BT_SQ 1.15 Outline how CO2 is absorbed in a circle system and the hazards associated with the use of CO2 absorption

Past SAQs

2017.1 Compare and contrast oxygen delivery via nasal cannulae (nasal prongs/specs), simple face mask (eg Hudson or CIG mask) and Venturi mask

2016.1 Draw and label a circle breathing system. Explain its advantages and disadvantages.


2015.1 Describe the circle breathing system.

2015.2 List the components of soda lime, used for the absorption of carbon dioxide. Outline the hazards associated with the use of soda lime within a circle circuit and how the risks can be minimised.

2003.2 Describe the potential interactions of sevoflurane, desflurane and isoflurane with carbon dioxide absorbents.

2002.2 Briefly outline the potential interactions between volatile agents and carbon dioxide absorbents.

Breathing Systems