Once you have confirmed that the lighted stylet-ET tube combination has entered the trachea, you should:

A) secure the tube manually, remove the stylet, and attach a bag-mask device.
B) slightly withdraw the stylet and tube to ensure placement above the carina.
C) remove the lighted stylet and inflate the distal cuff with 5 to 10 mL of air.
D) hold the stylet in place and advance the tube abou

Answer: D) hold the stylet in place and advance the tube abou

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