When performing endotracheal intubation the respiratory care practitioner is unable to success-fully intubate the patient. He or she is unable to visualize the uvula or the soft palate; only the hard palate is visible
Which of the following statements best describe this situation?
a. The patient has increased neck circumfer-ence.
b. The epiglottis shows evidence of inflam-mation.
c. The data indicates a Mallampati classifica-tion of IV.
d. The data indicates that a smaller endotra-cheal tube is necessary.
ANS: C
A Mallampati classification of IV is indicated by an inability to visualize the uvula or soft palate; only the hard palate will be visible.
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