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armygirl

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In this diagram, where does the part labeled A-1 fit into this tracheostomy tube?
 
  a. A c. C
  b. B d. D

Question 2

When performing endotracheal intubation the respiratory care practitioner is unable to success-fully intubate the patient. He or she is unable to visualize the uvula or the soft palate; only the hard palate is visible.
 
  Which of the following statements best describe this situation?
  a. The patient has increased neck circumfer-ence.
  b. The epiglottis shows evidence of inflam-mation.
  c. The data indicates a Mallampati classifica-tion of IV.
  d. The data indicates that a smaller endotra-cheal tube is necessary.



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gabrielle_lawrence

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
A-1 is the cap that fits into the fenestrated TT when the inner cannula is removed.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
A Mallampati classification of IV is indicated by an inability to visualize the uvula or soft palate; only the hard palate will be visible.




armygirl

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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Gracias!


TheNamesImani

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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