Talk:Rapid sequence induction

Induction vs intubation
I believe that the name of the article Rapid Sequence induction has to change to Rapid Sequence Intubation(RSI) (a term used in seminars such as ALS, ACLS, ATLS, PHTLS). Also paralytics such as succinylcholine (suxamethonium) and anestetics such as etomidate (useful in increased intracranial pressure) are not referred. 688dim (talk) 09:26, 22 March 2012 (UTC)
 * Rapid sequence intubation is incorrect (and is erroneously used in some manuals and courses), as it is the induction of anaesthesia that is rapid sequence, not the intubation, which is secondary to the procedure, and performed at normal speed, and used to maintain a patent airway after RSI is complete. Indeed, intubation is not necessary, and you could use an LMA or cric to maintain airway, neither of which is intubation. OwainDavies (about)(talk) edited at 18:43, 23 March 2012 (UTC)
 * ❌ — Owain is correct. The appropriate terminology is "rapid sequence induction"; the purpose is primarily airway management in which intubation is often but not always the method for securing a patent airway. &#124; pulmonological talk • contribs 21:22, 27 March 2012 (UTC)

Perhaps on terms of terminology you are right, however most courses (ACLS, ALS,PHTLS, ATLS etc) and many medical books refer to it as rapid sequence intubation (RSI). So I guess you have to change the terms as well in many international medical seminars/ courses and books! About LMA (laryngeal mask airway), this is not a way of intubation, but airway patency maintenance 688dim (talk) 18:52, 18 April 2012 (UTC)

Cricoid pressure
Given that at the bottom of the article "cricoid pressure" is mentioned as being controversial, it should be discussed earlier in the article. Possibly under "Technique" section. Regards,  Captain n00dle \ Talk 10:40, 5 May 2012 (UTC)

Cricoid pressure, also called Sellick's maneuver, is not always safe
As all maneuvers, it has indications, contraindications and side effects. It may cause esophageal rupture and it may make tracheal intubation and mask ventilation difficult or impossible. Although many seminars and courses such as ALS (advanced life support of ERC) mention it, there is a debate on using it. See Sellick maneuver 688dim (talk) 19:11, 22 May 2012 (UTC)

Sellick maneuver and Sellick manoeuvre (also known as Cricoid pressure)
I suggest that the articles Sellick maneuver and Sellick manoeuvre should be merged 688dim (talk) 20:37, 29 May 2012 (UTC)


 * Definately need merging, and then moving to cricoid pressure, as per WP:MEDMOS guidelines on using scientific terms, not eponymous names. I will try and get to this later. OwainDavies (about)(talk) edited at 09:01, 30 May 2012 (UTC)

Wiki Education assignment: WikiProject Medicine Fall 2022 UCF COM
— Assignment last updated by DrDexterN (talk) 20:09, 14 November 2022 (UTC)

Hello all! I am currently a fourth-year medical student at the University of Central Florida College of Medicine and will be pursuing anesthesiology for my career. For this article, my plans for editing include:

1. Including citations in the following areas: Introduction, common medications (currently just one source), technique.

2. Expand on medications section information for more complete description of drug mechanism, dosages, clearance methods, etc.

3. Include pictures/illustrations to help visualize components of the RSI (ex- positioning, placement of tube, Sellick maneuver)

4. Edit wording for clarity in some sections

Thank you! Adventuregurl97 (talk) 17:56, 27 October 2022 (UTC)


 * PEER REVIEW:
 * Adventuregurl97's work plan included a number of goals including increasing the number of citations, expanding various sections of the article, adding pictures and illustrations, and editing wording for clarity.
 * Lead:
 * The lead was not in the work plan and was not altered for this assignment.
 * Content:
 * Adventuregurl97 added a substantial amount of information (with appropriate citations) to the Uses, Contra-indications, Risks/Complications, and paralytics sections
 * They also added other small contributions throughout the remainder of the article
 * Sources cited appear up to date and relevant to the article subject
 * No obvious content omissions are present
 * This article does not deal with an equity gap or underrepresented population
 * Tone and Balance:
 * Content added to article is neutral without the presence of opinion
 * There is no bias nor underrepresented or overrepresented opinions
 * There are no attempts by the author to persuade the reader - all information is factual in its presentation
 * Sources and References:
 * The majority of the author's additions are well-cited, with only one small paragraph without any citations (Risks/Complications, paragraph 2)
 * Content is an accurate and succinct representation of the cited source material
 * Sources represent a diverse and up-to-date selection of current available literature
 * Links are active and working
 * Organization:
 * Content is well-written to the appropriate level of understanding of the average Wikipedia reader
 * No grammatical errors are evident
 * Would suggest a slight rearrangement to sections, including moving "History" near the top and both "Risks/Complications" and "Contra-indications" below technique
 * Images:
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 * Suggest moving the existing image "Upper airway anatomy" further down the article to create space between other image
 * Overall Impressions:
 * Overall, the additions to this article are valuable and contribute to a more thorough understanding of the topic
 * The addition of a contra-indication section and augmentation of the Risks/Complications section are strong points of this article
 * Suggestions for improvement include rearranging sections and separation of images (see above)
 * Djfayze (talk) 11:52, 18 November 2022 (UTC)