JBL Airway Practice Test 2025 – Comprehensive Review for Exam Preparation

Video laryngoscopy is a modern intubation technique that utilizes a video camera to provide a clear view of the airway. This method involves a laryngoscope with an attached camera, allowing the clinician to visualize the larynx and surrounding structures on a screen. This enhanced visualization helps in situations where direct visualization may be challenging and improves the accuracy of intubation, especially in patients with difficult airways.

In contrast, direct laryngoscopy relies on the clinician's direct line of sight through a standard laryngoscope, which can be limited in terms of visibility. Fiberoptic intubation uses a flexible fiberoptic scope to navigate the airway but does not typically involve a video display in the same way video laryngoscopy does. Lastly, blind intubation refers to an attempt to place an endotracheal tube without direct visualization, which can increase the risk of complications and may not provide adequate safety or effectiveness. Therefore, video laryngoscopy stands out as the technique specifically designed for enhanced airway visualization through the use of video technology.