During rapid induction of anaesthesia –
During rapid sequence induction preoxygenation is done for full 3 minutes. Such is the muscle relaxant of choice for intubation. Sallieck's maneuver is done to prevent aspiration. Manual ventilation before intubation is avoided as this inflates the stomach and encourages regurgitation & aspiration.
Sellieck's maneuver is not required
Pre–oxygenation is mandatory
Suxamethonium is contraindicated
Patient is mechanically ventilated before endotracheal intubation