Laryngoscopy procedure
May 26, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Xu Gang
Introduction
A laryngoscope is a tool used for examining the larynx, primarily employed in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases affecting the oral cavity, vocal cords, trachea, and related areas. The specific procedure for using a laryngoscope is as follows:
1. The patient should sit upright, relax their shoulders, and tilt their head backward.
2. Put on gloves, disinfect hands, and prepare the laryngoscope.
3. Soak the laryngoscope blade in a disinfectant solution for a period of time, then remove it and clean it thoroughly.
Laryngoscopy is a tool used for examining the larynx, primarily employed in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases affecting the oral cavity, vocal cords, trachea, and related areas. The specific procedure for laryngoscopy is as follows:
1. The patient should sit upright, relax their shoulders, and tilt their head backward.
2. Put on gloves, disinfect your hands, and prepare the laryngoscope.
3. Soak the tip of the laryngoscope in a disinfectant solution for a period of time, then remove and thoroughly clean it.
4. Insert the tip of the laryngoscope into the patient's mouth, ask the patient to open their mouth wide and protrude their tongue so that the doctor can clearly view the larynx and vocal cords.
5. Gently press down on the patient's tongue with your fingers to obtain a better view of the larynx and vocal cords.
6. After completing the examination, soak the laryngoscope in disinfectant solution for future use.
It is recommended that laryngoscopy be performed at a正规 medical institution under the guidance of a qualified physician.
