While moving a patient from the radiology procedure table to a transport gurney, the respiratory therapist suspects the oral endotracheal tube position has been inadvertently changed. To quickly assess airway position, the therapist should FIRST
A. perform bronchoscopy
B. auscultate breath sounds
C. inspect symmetry of chest rise
D. order a chest radiograph (x-ray)
Answer: C. inspect symmetry of chest rise
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