Following Emergency Endotracheal Intubation, What Would an ETCO₂ of Zero

question 10

Multiple Choice

Following emergency endotracheal intubation, what would an ETCO₂ of zero indicate?

• A) right mainstem placement
• B) left mainstem placement
• C) correct endotracheal placement
• D) esophageal tube placement

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Definitions:

Discounted Note

A financial instrument, such as a promissory note, that is sold or bought at less than its face value. The discount represents the interest or fees earned by the buyer of the note.

Interest Expense

The cost incurred by an entity for borrowing funds, typically reported on the income statement.

Notes Payable

Written promises to pay specified sums of money at future dates, representing liabilities or debt owed by a company.

FICA Tax

Federal Insurance Contributions Act tax, a United States federal payroll tax imposed on both employees and employers to fund Social Security and Medicare.