Problem:
You are a nurse in the ICU, and Mr. Ignacio, a 62-year-old patient with severe respiratory failure, requires intubation. The healthcare team is preparing for the procedure, and you need to ensure that everything is in place to manage the intubation safely and effectively. Which of the following actions is most appropriate to ensure the safety and effectiveness of intubation for Mr. Ignacio in the ICU? A. Perform intubation immediately without confirming if all equipment is complete before beginning the procedure. B. Verify that all intubation equipment is ready and functioning C. Administer sedation and paralytics before attempting intubation D. Administer sedation and paralytics only after attempting intubation