Author Question: If the esophageal lumen of the Combitube enters the trachea, the Combitube: a. will not secure ... (Read 24 times)

P68T · **on:** Jul 16, 2018

If the esophageal lumen of the Combitube enters the trachea, the Combitube:

a. will not secure the airway.
b. must be removed immediately.
c. can be used as an endotracheal tube.
d. must be pulled back to rest in the pharynx.

Question 2

Laryngeal mask airway placement includes the use of which of the following?

a. Stylet c. Lighted stylet
b. Finger d. Miller laryngoscope

cdmart10 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 16, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The small distal lumen of the Combitube usually advances into the esophagus, but in the case of a tracheal entry of the distal lumen, the Combitube can be used as a conventional endotracheal tube. This will secure the airway.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
A finger is used to guide the deflated cuff past the tongue and pharynx. The tube is held in place with the other hand while the guiding finger is withdrawn. A stylet and Miller laryngoscope are used in the placement of an endotracheal tube. A lighted stylet is used in the blind placement of an endotracheal tube.