Pediatric_Endotracheal_Tube_Size_guideline v.1
Pediatric Endotracheal Tube (ETT) Size estimates ET tube size based on age.
To estimate ET tube size based on age.
Use in pediatric patients who require intubation from 1 year old to 12 years old. Variables: Age: This formula typically is applicable to children ages 1-12. Pediatric Endotracheal Tube (ETT) Size formula: Predicted Size Uncuffed Tube = (Age / 4) + 4 Predicted Size Cuffed Tube = (Age / 4) + 3
Not to use in patients under 1 year old or above 12 years old.
1. Singh NC et al, Physiological responses to endotracheal and oral suctioning in paediatric patients: the influence of endotracheal tube sizes and suction pressures. Clin Intensive Care. 1991; 2: 345-350. 2. A Synopsis of Anaesthesia by R.S.Atkinson, G.B.Bushman and J.Alfred Lee, Publishers John Wright. 1993. 3. Ecc Committee. (2005). 2005 American Heart Association guidelines for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and emergency cardiovascular care. Circulation, 112(24 Suppl), IV1.
OBSERVATION.basic_demographic.v1, OBSERVATION.pediatric_endotracheal_tube_size.v0
