"FISDAP Paramedic Airway and Breathing V2 Practice Exam 2025 – All-in-One Guide to Master Your Certification!"

The maximum recommended number of attempts for intubation per event is three attempts. This guideline is based on the understanding that after multiple failed attempts, the likelihood of success diminishes and the risks associated with the procedure increase significantly.

Repeated attempts at intubation can lead to complications such as trauma to the airway, swelling, and decreased oxygenation, potentially leading to hypoxia or airway obstruction. Allowing up to three attempts provides the opportunity for skilled practitioners to successfully secure the airway while also recognizing the importance of avoiding prolonged efforts that could harm the patient.

If three attempts are unsuccessful, it is generally advised to consider alternative airway management strategies, such as maintaining ventilation with bag-mask ventilation or using supraglottic airway devices, and to reevaluate the situation. This approach helps prioritize patient safety while ensuring that trained professionals are able to effectively perform the procedure when feasible.