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Patient Safety

Video Laryngoscopy in Modern Anesthesia Practice: Is there a Clear and Safe Advantage? (1 Class A CE)

Sunday, August 10, 2025
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CT
Location: CC- Level 4- Karl F. Dean Ballroom AB
Participants will explore the use of video laryngoscopy (VL) and direct laryngoscopy (DL) in contemporary airway management. This session will compare VL and DL regarding first-pass success rates, visualization, patient safety, and cost-effectiveness across routine and difficult airway scenarios. The session will review evidence-based best practices for integrating VL into daily anesthesia workflows, including ergonomic optimization, device selection, and troubleshooting common challenges. Emphasis will also be placed on VL’s pivotal role in education—demonstrating how it enhances visualization, facilitates real-time guidance, and supports competency development in nurse anesthesiology residents. Through clinical insights and shared experience, expert CRNAs will offer practical strategies to maximize VL's utility in various settings, promoting both patient safety and provider confidence.

Supported by Medtronic.

Class A credit can only be earned for participation in synchronous learning via live in-person or live webinar sessions. In-person attendees can only receive Class A credit for the sessions they attend live.

Due to CE guidelines, sessions which are recorded will not be available for viewing immediately following Congress.

Learning Objectives:

  • Discuss the comparative effectiveness of video laryngoscopy and direct laryngoscopy in airway management
  • Identify best practices for integrating video laryngoscopy into daily anesthesia practice, including troubleshooting common challenges and optimizing ergonomics.
  • Evaluate the role of video laryngoscopy in current anesthesia practice and identify situations that most benefit from this airway management technique.