Abstract G384(P) Table 1

Intervention

ETT fixation

  • After the first full wrap on the ETT continue spiralling the tape up by two further revolutions.

  • Introduction of a standard operating procedure (SOP).

Sedation/Feeding

  • Routine cessation of feeds between 6 am and the ward round to ensure starvation coincides with stopping sedation for planned extubations.

  • A review of our sedation guideline.

Training

  • Regular training sessions on the SOP for ETT fixation.