The therapist is about to establish a seal using the minimal leak technique with the cuff of an ETT. Where should the therapist place the stethoscope to perceive the best sound detection?
A. directly over the thyroid cartilage
B. along either lateral aspect of the neck
C. immediately above the suprasternal notch
D. immediately above the thyroid cartilage
?ANS: C
A. Incorrect response: See explanation C.
B. Incorrect response: See explanation C.
C. Correct response: The minimal leak technique involves regulating the cuff inflation volume. This technique is intended to create a small leak around the cuff at end of inspiration. The therapist should place the stethoscope directly over the trachea immediately above the suprasternal notch. The minimal leak technique is used to maintain low ETT cuff pressures.
D. Incorrect response: See explanation C.
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