Unplanned extubation
Unplanned Extubation
Unplanned extubation (pronounced: un-planned ex-tu-ba-tion) is a medical event that occurs when a patient unintentionally removes their endotracheal tube before it is medically appropriate. This event is considered a serious incident in intensive care units (ICUs) and can lead to severe complications, including hypoxia, pneumonia, and cardiac arrest.
Etymology
The term "unplanned extubation" is derived from the medical term "extubation", which refers to the removal of a tube from an organ, structure, or orifice. The prefix "unplanned" indicates that the event was not intended or scheduled.
Related Terms
- Endotracheal tube: A flexible plastic tube that is placed into the trachea (windpipe) to maintain an open airway or to deliver medication.
- Intensive care unit: A department of a hospital where critically ill patients are housed for treatment by a multidisciplinary team.
- Hypoxia: A condition in which there is not enough oxygen in the body or a region of the body to sustain normal bodily functions.
- Pneumonia: An infection that inflames the air sacs in one or both lungs, which may fill with fluid.
- Cardiac arrest: A sudden loss of blood flow resulting from the failure of the heart to pump effectively.
Prevention and Management
Prevention of unplanned extubation involves careful monitoring of the patient, proper securing of the endotracheal tube, and regular assessment of the patient's readiness for extubation. Management of an unplanned extubation involves immediate assessment of the patient's airway, breathing, and circulation, and rapid reintubation if necessary.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Unplanned extubation
- Wikipedia's article - Unplanned extubation
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