When Checking for Proper Placement of an Endotracheal Tube in an Adult

question 66

Multiple Choice

When checking for proper placement of an endotracheal tube in an adult patient on chest radiograph, it is noted that the distal tip of the tube is 2 cm above the carina. Which of the following actions would you recommend?

• A) Withdraw the tube by 2 to 3 cm (using tube markings as a guide).
• B) Withdraw the tube by 7 to 8 cm (using tube markings as a guide).
• C) Advance the tube by 2 to 3 cm (using tube markings as a guide).
• D) Advance the tube by 7 to 8 cm (using tube markings as a guide).

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