LARYNGEAL MASK AIRWAY: ASSISTING WITH INSERTION

Course overview

Laryngeal mask airway (LMA) is a supraglottic airway management device used for maintaining a patent airway without tracheal intubation. The primary use of the LMA is in elective anesthesia; it is often used in outpatient, same-day surgery. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of LMA insertion, including indications for the LMA, potential complications of LMA insertion, and nursing responsibilities surrounding the procedure, and to aid in caring for the patient undergoing insertion of an LMA. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.