MrsKaterina Has an Endotracheal Tube in Place and Is on a Mechanical

question 3

Multiple Choice

Mrs.Katerina has an endotracheal tube in place and is on a mechanical ventilator.She is restless and is pulling at the tube.How would the nurse assess if the tube is still in place?

• A)Count the client's respirations
• B)Monitor an O₂ saturation
• C)Auscultate for bilateral breath sounds
• D)Deflate the cuff and listen for air leak

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