Paramedics only please.
2007-02-03 04:49:13 · 10 answers · asked by firemedicmustang 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ First Aid
I think it is just what you prefer. I personally like to use the Mac 3. I joke and say I can intubate anyone with a Mac 3, even a baby. I like the Mac because it is a little wider then the Miller which makes it easier to get more of the tounge out of the way.
2007-02-03 05:33:37 · answer #1 · answered by Kim 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I prefer a Macintosh, but there are some situations in which the only blade that will work is a Miller. Just try your favorite blade to start, and if you need to, you can always switch to a smaller or larger size. Over time, you will figure out what you're comfortable with!
2007-02-04 16:15:07 · answer #2 · answered by rita_alabama 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This varies depending on the situation. Is this for a full grown adult or a child? That makes a difference here.
Basically consider that the Macintosh is generally easier to use. The Miller blade does provide a much better view of the vocal cords however, which IMO is most important for placement.
2007-02-03 04:58:30 · answer #3 · answered by cosper123 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The one YOU'RE most comfortable with.
When I trained, I saw anesthesiologists that would only use one or the other.
In my 15+ years in the field, I preferred Millers and was pretty successful at it.
Having said that, if there was a patient that I just couldn't get with a Miller, I'd switch to a Mac.
2007-02-03 16:17:02 · answer #4 · answered by ckm1956 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Fortunatly, I have only needed to intubate someone 3 times in my entire career. Each of those times I have used a MacIntosh. As people have said, its whatever you are most comfortable with and works better.
The very first time I had to intubate I used a Miller and don't plan on using them again. I just don't feel comfortable using them!
2007-02-04 04:10:18 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I prefer to choose my blade according to the patient. Ther size, long neck, short neck Etc. If you like a wider blade try the Grandview blade it is wider than a normal blade and it comes in adult and Pedi. sizes.
2007-02-03 11:37:26 · answer #6 · answered by melissa p 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've always liked Miller for some reason.
Just matters which one is more comfortable for you.
2007-02-04 12:45:34 · answer #7 · answered by violetkites 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I prefer a Mac for general use, but a Miller for peds and trauma (c-spined). It really is whatever you get comfortable using.
2007-02-03 10:49:55 · answer #8 · answered by badsharke 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the patient and what you are comfortable using.
2007-02-03 08:05:04 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Matter of preference in my opinion. I prefer the Mac myself. I find it easier to use personally.
NREMT-P
2007-02-03 07:08:20 · answer #10 · answered by EMS_5 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋