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Which of the following accurately describes cricothyrotomy?
Which of the following accurately describes cricothyrotomy?
- A procedure involving the insertion of a tube into the cricothyroid membrane to establish an airway (correct)
- A procedure involving the insertion of a tube into the trachea to establish an airway
- A procedure involving the insertion of a tube into the larynx to establish an airway
- A procedure involving the insertion of a tube into the esophagus to establish an airway
What is the purpose of cricothyrotomy?
What is the purpose of cricothyrotomy?
- To treat a collapsed lung
- To drain fluid from the lungs
- To provide oxygenation and ventilation (correct)
- To remove foreign objects from the airway
Where is the incision made during a cricothyrotomy?
Where is the incision made during a cricothyrotomy?
- In the esophagus
- In the trachea
- In the cricothyroid membrane (correct)
- In the larynx
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