Which of the following statements regarding pediatric ET intubation in the prehospital setting is correct?
A) An average-sized toddler would require a 4.5-mm cuffed ET tube to secure the airway adequately.
B) When intubating an infant or small child, it is important to remember that the epiglottis is less floppy.
C) Bag-mask ventilation can be as effective as intubation for EMS systems that have short transport times.
D) Because the pediatric airway is smaller than an adult's, paramedics should routinely intubate children in the field.
Answer: C) Bag-mask ventilation can be as effective as intubation for EMS systems that have short transport times.
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