6.
One possible complication of using an endotracheal tube is that the casualty may
develop _________________________________ of the trachea or vocal cords.
7.
When you are inserting the EOA or EGTA, insert the tube following the curve of
the pharynx until ________________________________.
8.
To seal the mask of an EOA or EGTA and check that the tube is properly placed,
blow into the tube and watch for ________________________________.
9.
The chief advantage of the endotracheal tube, if properly placed, is that it
provides ______________________________________.
10.
If an endotracheal tube is in the casualty, air goes directly through the mouth and
is not warmed, _____________________ , or ___________________ functions
normally performed by the nasal passages.
11.
When you are using an endotracheal tube, determine the length of the tube by
measuring the distance from the casualty's _________________________ and
adding the distance from _________________________________.
12.
It is possible to cause damage when inserting an endotracheal tube; for example,
teeth may be ___________________ or _________________________.
13.
You are intubating with an orotracheal ET and hear a rushing sound over the
abdomen along with sounds over the lower lung fields. You have missed the
_____________________ and gone into the ________________________.
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