The Perioperative Tech Assists with an Emergency Intubation of a Patient

Multiple Choice

The perioperative tech assists with an emergency intubation of a patient who has developed respiratory distress. The patient's oxygen saturation levels are increasing and there is symmetrical chest expansion. What is the tech's next action?

A) Suction the endotracheal tube to clear secretions.
B) Obtain a chest x-ray to verify correct placement of the tube.
C) Secure the tube to the patient's face to prevent accidental extubation.
D) Trim down any excess length of the tube to prevent kinking.