Question 1

Recognizing the diameter of the ____ is a crucial determinant of success in the use of a DLT.

Accepted Answer

A)  esophagus 
B)  chest 
C)  trachea 
D)  bronchus 
A)  esophagus 
B)  chest 
C)  trachea 
D)  bronchus D

Question 2

The oropharyngeal airway is a simple airway adjunct that can be used to facilitate ventilation and removal of secretions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

Discuss the three methods used to determine the appropriate size of an oropharyngeal airway.

Accepted Answer

The appropriate size (from flange to distal tip) of an oropharyngeal airway may be estimated based on the length in millimeters from the center of the mouth to the angle of the jaw. Alternatively, the length in millimeters from the corner of the mouth to the earlobe may be used. The third method is to measure the distance from the central incisors to the angle of the jaw. To evaluate the size using this method, place the airway next to the patient's face.

Question 4

List some precautions regarding the use of an EOA.

Accepted Answer

An EOA should not be used in awake or se

Question 5

Describe how both lumens on the ETC can be used to provide ventilation.

Accepted Answer

There are two cuffs on the ETC, a proxim

Question 6

What are the three main uses of DLTs?

Accepted Answer

DLTs are used to provide independent lun

Question 7

A(n) ____ is used to relieve upper airway obstruction if airway maneuvers (e.g., head tilt-chin lift, jaw thrust) fail to open an unobstructed airway.

Accepted Answer

A)  endotracheal intubation 
B)  oropharyngeal airway 
C)  laryngeal mask airway 
D)  esophageal gastric tube airway 
A)  endotracheal intubation 
B)  oropharyngeal airway 
C)  laryngeal mask airway 
D)  esophageal gastric tube airway

Question 8

Ventilation is possible when the ____ is inserted blindly either into the trachea or esophagus.

Accepted Answer

A)  ETC 
B)  EOA 
C)  LMA 
D)  DLT 
A)  ETC 
B)  EOA 
C)  LMA 
D)  DLT

Question 9

An LMA may be used ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  in patients who have not fasted 
B)  in patients with a hiatal hernia 
C)  as a conduit for emergency resuscitation drugs 
D)  as an option in emergency situations where an endotracheal tube is not readily available 
A)  in patients who have not fasted 
B)  in patients with a hiatal hernia 
C)  as a conduit for emergency resuscitation drugs 
D)  as an option in emergency situations where an endotracheal tube is not readily available

Question 10

It is essential to use the largest DLT appropriate for the patient since most complications associated with DLTs result from using small tubes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

One recommendation for safe placement of a DLT is to remove the bronchial stylet once the tip of the tube is past the ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  front teeth 
B)  esophageal opening 
C)  vocal cords 
D)  laryngeal opening 
A)  front teeth 
B)  esophageal opening 
C)  vocal cords 
D)  laryngeal opening

Question 12

With oropharyngeal airways, some practitioners prefer to insert the airway into the patient's mouth upside down so that the distal end of the airway is facing the ______________.

Accepted Answer

hard palate
roof of

Question 13

The final selection of appropriate size of nasopharyngeal airway should be based on the ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  width of the patient's nares 
B)  patient's weight and clinical condition 
C)  size of the patient's little finger 
D)  patient's height and clinical condition 
A)  width of the patient's nares 
B)  patient's weight and clinical condition 
C)  size of the patient's little finger 
D)  patient's height and clinical condition

Question 14

Which of the following is used as a temporary airway and should be replaced with an endotracheal intubation as soon as feasible?

Accepted Answer

A)  esophageal obturator airway 
B)  esophageal gastric tube airway 
C)  nasopharyngeal airway 
D)  oropharyngeal airway 
A)  esophageal obturator airway 
B)  esophageal gastric tube airway 
C)  nasopharyngeal airway 
D)  oropharyngeal airway

Question 15

Which of the following patient groups should use size 4 LMA?

Accepted Answer

A)  Children between 30 to 50 kg and small adults 
B)  Adults 50 to 70 kg 
C)  Adults 70 to 100 kg 
D)  Adults over 100 kg 
A)  Children between 30 to 50 kg and small adults 
B)  Adults 50 to 70 kg 
C)  Adults 70 to 100 kg 
D)  Adults over 100 kg

Question 16

Reported cases of complications associated with the use of the ETC are related to either ____ or air leaks.

Accepted Answer

A)  bronchospasm 
B)  retching 
C)  hemodynamic stress 
D)  laryngeal spasm 
A)  bronchospasm 
B)  retching 
C)  hemodynamic stress 
D)  laryngeal spasm

Question 17

During blind intubation, ventilation through the ETC should be done initially through _______________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of During blind intubation, ventilation through the ETC...

Question 18

The ____ has an opening at the distal end which allows removal or aspiration of air and gastric contents from the stomach via a gastric tube.

Accepted Answer

A)  LMA 
B)  DLT 
C)  EOA 
D)  EGTA 
A)  LMA 
B)  DLT 
C)  EOA 
D)  EGTA

Question 19

Prior to insertion of an oropharyngeal airway, the patient should be in a ____ position.

Accepted Answer

A)  sitting 
B)  semi-Fowler 
C)  supine 
D)  supine, head slightly advanced 
A)  sitting 
B)  semi-Fowler 
C)  supine 
D)  supine, head slightly advanced

Question 20

Since an EOA is inserted into the esophagus, the cuff at the distal end must be inflated during use to prevent air from entering the stomach.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Recognizing the diameter of the ____ is a crucial determinant of success in the use of a DLT.

The oropharyngeal airway is a simple airway adjunct that can be used to facilitate ventilation and removal of secretions.

Discuss the three methods used to determine the appropriate size of an oropharyngeal airway.

List some precautions regarding the use of an EOA.

Describe how both lumens on the ETC can be used to provide ventilation.

What are the three main uses of DLTs?

A(n) ____ is used to relieve upper airway obstruction if airway maneuvers (e.g., head tilt-chin lift, jaw thrust) fail to open an unobstructed airway.

Ventilation is possible when the ____ is inserted blindly either into the trachea or esophagus.

An LMA may be used ____.

It is essential to use the largest DLT appropriate for the patient since most complications associated with DLTs result from using small tubes.

One recommendation for safe placement of a DLT is to remove the bronchial stylet once the tip of the tube is past the ____.

With oropharyngeal airways, some practitioners prefer to insert the airway into the patient's mouth upside down so that the distal end of the airway is facing the ______________.

The final selection of appropriate size of nasopharyngeal airway should be based on the ____.

Which of the following is used as a temporary airway and should be replaced with an endotracheal intubation as soon as feasible?

Which of the following patient groups should use size 4 LMA?

Reported cases of complications associated with the use of the ETC are related to either ____ or air leaks.

During blind intubation, ventilation through the ETC should be done initially through _______________.

The ____ has an opening at the distal end which allows removal or aspiration of air and gastric contents from the stomach via a gastric tube.

Prior to insertion of an oropharyngeal airway, the patient should be in a ____ position.

Since an EOA is inserted into the esophagus, the cuff at the distal end must be inflated during use to prevent air from entering the stomach.

Principles of Mechanical Ventilation

Effects of Positive Pressure Ventilation

Classification of Mechanical Ventilators

Operating Modes of Mechanical Ventilation

Airway Management in Mechanical Ventilation

Noninvasive Positive Pressure Ventilation

Initiation of Mechanical Ventilation

Monitoring in Mechanical Ventilation

Hemodynamic Monitoring

Ventilator Waveform Analysis

Management of Mechanical Ventilation

Pharmacotherapy for Mechanical Ventilation

Procedures Related to Mechanical Ventilation

Critical Care Issues in Mechanical Ventilation

Weaning From Mechanical Ventilation

Neonatal Mechanical Ventilation

Mechanical Ventilation in Non-Traditional Settings

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Exam 5: Special Airways for Ventilation

Recognizing the diameter of the ____ is a crucial determinant of success in the use of a DLT.

The oropharyngeal airway is a simple airway adjunct that can be used to facilitate ventilation and removal of secretions.

Discuss the three methods used to determine the appropriate size of an oropharyngeal airway.

List some precautions regarding the use of an EOA.

Describe how both lumens on the ETC can be used to provide ventilation.

What are the three main uses of DLTs?

A(n) ____ is used to relieve upper airway obstruction if airway maneuvers (e.g., head tilt-chin lift, jaw thrust) fail to open an unobstructed airway.

Ventilation is possible when the ____ is inserted blindly either into the trachea or esophagus.

An LMA may be used ____.

It is essential to use the largest DLT appropriate for the patient since most complications associated with DLTs result from using small tubes.

One recommendation for safe placement of a DLT is to remove the bronchial stylet once the tip of the tube is past the ____.

With oropharyngeal airways, some practitioners prefer to insert the airway into the patient's mouth upside down so that the distal end of the airway is facing the ______________.

The final selection of appropriate size of nasopharyngeal airway should be based on the ____.

Which of the following is used as a temporary airway and should be replaced with an endotracheal intubation as soon as feasible?

Which of the following patient groups should use size 4 LMA?

Reported cases of complications associated with the use of the ETC are related to either ____ or air leaks.

During blind intubation, ventilation through the ETC should be done initially through _______________.

The ____ has an opening at the distal end which allows removal or aspiration of air and gastric contents from the stomach via a gastric tube.

Prior to insertion of an oropharyngeal airway, the patient should be in a ____ position.

Since an EOA is inserted into the esophagus, the cuff at the distal end must be inflated during use to prevent air from entering the stomach.

Principles of Mechanical Ventilation

Effects of Positive Pressure Ventilation

Classification of Mechanical Ventilators

Operating Modes of Mechanical Ventilation

Airway Management in Mechanical Ventilation

Noninvasive Positive Pressure Ventilation

Initiation of Mechanical Ventilation

Monitoring in Mechanical Ventilation

Hemodynamic Monitoring

Ventilator Waveform Analysis

Management of Mechanical Ventilation

Pharmacotherapy for Mechanical Ventilation

Procedures Related to Mechanical Ventilation

Critical Care Issues in Mechanical Ventilation

Weaning From Mechanical Ventilation

Neonatal Mechanical Ventilation

Mechanical Ventilation in Non-Traditional Settings

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