A Multidisciplinary Intubation Algorithm for Suspected COVID-19 Patients in the Emergency Department.

Introduction: Intubation of patients suspected of having coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is considered to be a high-risk procedure due to the aerosolization of viral particles. In an effort to minimize the risk of exposure and optimize patient care, we sought to develop, test, provide training, and implement a standardized algorithm for intubating these high-risk patients at our institution.

Methods: We developed an initial intubation algorithm, incorporating strategic use of equipment and incorporating emerging best practices.