Which of the following bedside methods can absolutely confirm proper endotracheal tube posi-tion in the trachea?
a. Auscultation
b. Observation of chest movement
c. Tube length (cm to teeth)
d. Fiberoptic laryngoscopy
ANS: D
With the exception of fiberoptic laryngoscopy, none of these methods can absolutely confirm proper tube placement.
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