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What two directions can the distal tip of a flexible bronchoscope be flexed?
 
  a. Up to 90 degree in ante-flexion and up to 30 degree in retro-flexion positions
  b. Up to 270 degree in ante-flexion and up to 220 degree in retro-flexion positions
  c. Up to 180 degree in ante-flexion and up to 90 degree in retro-flexion positions
  d. Up to 180 degree in ante-flexion and up to 130 degree in retro-flexion positions

Question 2

What is the optimal position of the endotracheal tube following intubation as seen on the chest radiograph?
 
  a. 1 to 2 cm above the carina
  b. 3 to 4 cm above the carina
  c. 5 to 7 cm above the carina
  d. In the upper third of the carina



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The distal tip of flexible bronchoscope can be flexed in two directions up to 180 degree in ante-flexion and up to 130 degree in retro-flexion positions.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Goodman and Putman suggest that when the head and neck are in the neutral position, the endo-tracheal tube should be midtrachea (5 to 7 cm from the carina).




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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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