Endotracheal Intubation Quiz

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Match the following terms related to endotracheal intubation with their definitions:

Endotracheal Intubation = Insertion of a tube into the trachea for airway management Trachea = The windpipe that connects the throat to the lungs General Anesthesia = Temporarily induces a loss of consciousness and sensation Airway Management = Techniques to ensure open air passage in patients

Match the following components of the endotracheal intubation procedure with their functions:

Endotracheal Tube = Maintains patency of the airway Laryngoscope = Illuminates and provides a view of the vocal cords Cuff = Seals the airway to prevent air leaks during ventilation Suction Device = Clears obstructions from the airway

Match the following risks related to endotracheal intubation with their descriptions:

Aspiration = Inhalation of foreign material into the lungs Barotrauma = Lung injury caused by excessive pressure Hypoxia = Insufficient oxygen reaching the tissues Laryngeal Injury = Damage to the vocal cords or surrounding structures

Match the following professionals involved in endotracheal intubation with their roles:

Anesthesiologist = Administers anesthesia and monitors the patient Nurse Anesthetist = Assists in anesthesia delivery and patient care Paramedic = Provides emergency airway management in the field Respiratory Therapist = Manages patients' breathing and ventilatory support Signup and view all the answers

Match the following pre-intubation assessments with their significance:

Mallampati Score = Evaluates the ease of intubation based on airway anatomy Neck Mobility Assessment = Determines potential difficulties due to cervical spine issues Fasting Status = Reduces the risk of aspiration during intubation Vital Signs Monitoring = Ensures patient stability before the procedure Signup and view all the answers

Match the parts of the Endotracheal Tube (ETT) with their descriptions:

Cuffed tube = Prevents air leakage Laryngoscope = Used for visualization of vocal cords Magill’s forceps = Used to facilitate ETT placement Suction device = Removes secretions from airway Signup and view all the answers

Match the intubation procedure steps with their correct order:

Insert laryngoscope = Position the patient Visualize epiglottis = Advance laryngoscope Insert tube under vision = Complete intubation Inflate cuff = Secure the tube Signup and view all the answers

Match the indications for using Endotracheal Tubes (ETT) with their purposes:

Securing airway = Maintains open airway General anesthesia = Facilitates surgical procedures Cardiopulmonary resuscitation = Supports cardiac function Ventilatory therapy in ICU = Provides mechanical ventilation Signup and view all the answers

Match each age group with the corresponding ETT size and length:

Infant = 3mm internal diameter, 9cm length Child = Age/4 + 4 mm, Age/2 + 12 cm Adult Female = 6.5 – 7.5 mm internal diameter, 18-22 cm length Adult Male = 7.0 – 8.5 mm internal diameter Signup and view all the answers

Match the confirmation methods for successful intubation with their descriptions:

Auscultation = Listening for breath sounds Chest expansion = Observing lung inflation End tidal CO2 (ETCO2) = Detecting carbon dioxide Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Endotracheal Intubation

Insertion of a tube into the trachea (windpipe) during general anesthesia.

Trachea

The airway connecting the mouth and nose to the lungs.