Table 2 Completion of 16 steps of endotracheal intubation comparison between conventional and hybrid groups. (ETT-endotracheal tube)
Action | Conventional group (n-34) | Hybrid group (n-43) | P |
|---|---|---|---|
1. Checks equipment | 56% | 86% | 0.003 |
2. Connects monitor | 47% | 91% | < 0.001 |
3. Preoxygenates correctly | 27% | 70% | < 0.001 |
4. Ensure correct patient position | 77% | 95% | 0.019 |
5. Correct laryngoscopy | 68% | 95% | 0.001 |
6. Describes laryngoscopy findings | 71% | 95% | 0.003 |
7. Performs the right actions according to visual anatomical findings | 62% | 91% | 0.002 |
8. Performs the right actions according to findings and situation | 68% | 95% | 0.001 |
9. Correct insertion of the ETT (endotracheal tube) | 47% | 81% | 0.002 |
10. Checks ETT depth | 44% | 93% | < 0.001 |
11. Inflates ETT cuff | 65% | 95% | 0.001 |
12. Removes laryngoscope blade | 56% | 81% | 0.015 |
13. Asks for CO2 detector and checks it | 47% | 95% | < 0.001 |
14. Auscultates chest to assess position of ETT | 50% | 93% | < 0.001 |
15. Secures ETT | 32% | 86% | < 0.001 |
16. Assess ETT cuff pressure | 9% | 58% | < 0.001 |
Overall | |||
Median (interquartile range) | 53% (23%) | 92% (13%) | < 0.001 |
Mean (standard deviation) | 52% (18%) | 88 (11%) | |