Table 3: The Seven Ps of rapid sequence intubation.
Action |
Time |
Preparation |
10 minutes before intubation |
Preoxygenation |
5 minutes before intubation |
Pre-intubation optimization |
3 minutes before intubation (may be longer depending on necessary interventions and time available) |
Paralysis with induction |
Induction |
Protection |
30 seconds after induction |
Placement (Intubation) |
45 seconds after induction |
Post-intubation management |
60 seconds after induction |