#1
What is the purpose of a Yankauer suction tip in airway management?
To measure oxygen saturation
To administer medication
To clear secretions from the oral cavity
To assist with intubation
#2
Which of the following is a common indication for endotracheal intubation?
Simple upper respiratory infection
Moderate dyspnea
Severe respiratory distress
Mild cough
#3
During bag-mask ventilation, what is the recommended rate of ventilations for an adult patient?
10-12 breaths per minute
20-24 breaths per minute
30-40 breaths per minute
50-60 breaths per minute
#4
What is the purpose of a tracheostomy tube in airway management?
To deliver oxygen through the nose
To bypass upper airway obstruction
To measure lung compliance
To administer nebulized medications
#5
What is the primary purpose of the cuff on an endotracheal tube?
To provide structural support
To prevent air leakage
To facilitate intubation
To aid in swallowing
#6
In airway management, what is the purpose of using a laryngeal mask airway (LMA)?
To deliver nebulized medications
To secure the endotracheal tube
To protect against aspiration
To provide a patent airway without intubation
#7
In suctioning techniques, what is the recommended suction pressure for adult patients?
50-80 mmHg
100-120 mmHg
150-180 mmHg
200-220 mmHg
#8
In suctioning techniques, what is the purpose of hyperinflating the cuff of an endotracheal tube before suctioning?
To prevent aspiration
To secure the tube in place
To protect the airway
To facilitate suctioning
#9
Which of the following is a potential complication of suctioning an artificial airway?
Increased oxygen saturation
Bradycardia
Hypotension
Improved lung compliance
#10
Which suctioning technique is recommended for removing thick and tenacious secretions?
Open suctioning
Closed suctioning
Deep suctioning
Shallow suctioning
#11
Which of the following is a potential complication of prolonged intubation?
Increased risk of infection
Improved vocal cord function
Decreased risk of pneumonia
Enhanced taste sensation
#12
What is the primary purpose of using a stylet during endotracheal tube insertion?
To measure the depth of insertion
To guide the tube through the vocal cords
To secure the tube in place
To administer medication
#13
Which of the following is a potential complication of using a too-large endotracheal tube?
Increased airway resistance
Decreased risk of trauma
Improved cuff seal
Enhanced vocal cord function