Endotracheal Intubation - Virginia Commonwealth University

Pre-Intubation Evaluation:
‘NDOTRAC’
Parameter Abnormality Action
N Neck Short Difficult*
D Dentition Loose teeth Caution w blade
O Oral cavity Small, limited view Difficult*
T Tongue Large Difficult, curved blade
R ROM Limited Fiberoptic
A Adam’s apple Prominent (anterior) straight b
C Chin Receding Difficult*
* consider awake intubation, alternatives, backup