During a pre-hospital RSI, a 50-year-old trauma patient is being pre-oxygenated. What is the primary purpose of pre-oxygenation prior to intubation?...

Question

During a pre-hospital RSI, a 50-year-old trauma patient is being pre-oxygenated. What is the primary purpose of pre-oxygenation prior to intubation?

Accepted Answer

To maximise the functional residual capacity oxygen reserve and extend the safe apnoea time

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To reduce the partial pressure of carbon dioxide before intubation

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To assess whether the patient can maintain adequate oxygenation without intubation

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To reduce the risk of aspiration during the intubation attempt

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To ensure the pulse oximeter reads accurately during the procedure

uk-dipimc MCQ (SBA): Pre-Oxygenation