Rapid Sequence Intubation (RSI): Step-by-Step Guide for Paramedics | CCP-C

Rapid Sequence Intubation (RSI) is one of the most critical and high-stakes airway management procedures in prehospital and critical care practice. In this video James demonstrates a complete RSI sequence: covering preparation, drug selection, technique, and post-intubation management in a realistic simulation environment. This video is designed to support clinical learning and exam preparation for paramedics, critical care practitioners, and anyone working toward CCP-C (Critical Care Paramedic Certificate) or FP-C certification. What's covered: ✅ Why we RSI and how it works ✅ The first P = Prepare: equipment, drugs, and team briefing ✅ Blood pressure cuff setup tip for RSI ✅ The second P = Pre-oxygenation: techniques and rationale ✅ I-gel and BVM mask student tip ✅ Managing high-risk RSI: practical marker technique ✅ SOAPME acronym for RSI preparation ✅ Final equipment check before induction ✅ Full RSI demonstration walked through step by step Chapters: 0:03 Introduction and what to expect 0:17 Why do we RSI and how does it work? 0:34 The first P: Prepare 2:24 Tip: setting up your blood pressure cuff 2:44 The second P: Pre-oxygenation 6:10 Student tip: I-gel and mask for BVM 6:31 High-risk RSI tip: using a marker 7:14 SOAPME acronym explained 8:43 Final equipment check 8:52 Full RSI demonstration step by step 🛒 KIT & RESOURCES (affiliate): CRITICAL CARE PARAMEDIC (CCP-C) STUDY GUIDE (2025–2026): https://amzn.to/4nlzO28 Paramedic Pocket Guide (United Kingdom Edition): https://amzn.to/4cWAzv2 RSI in EMS: A Practical Guide: https://amzn.to/4uDQjsQ Littmann Classic III Stethoscope - https://amzn.to/4mJXRaI ECG calipers - https://amzn.to/4e1ccNO Leatherman Raptor Trauma shears - https://amzn.to/4mS2pMf Bledsoe paramedic textbook - https://amzn.to/4trbiio Reference cards: https://amzn.to/4e1K5Om Affiliate disclosure: some links above are affiliate links: if you purchase through them we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. 💡 If this was helpful, please consider becoming a channel member to support more clinical education content! 🔔 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more paramedic and emergency medicine skill tutorials! 🚑💉 Disclaimer: The information contained in the multimedia content posted represents the views and opinions of the original creators and does not necessarily represent the views or opinions of any individual or organisation associated or connected with the original creators, past or present. The mere appearance of video content on this channel does not constitute an endorsement by any individual or organisation of such content.