Question 5 (part 2) · LDEK · Breathing disorders and airway management
Indicate the false statement regarding the Sellick maneuver:
- A. pressure is applied on the cricoid cartilage.
- B. pressure is applied on the thyroid cartilage.
- C. pressure should be equal to the force that needs to be applied to the nasal bridge to cause discomfort.
- D. cartilage is compressed after the patient has lost consciousness.
- E. pressure is applied until the endotracheal tube balloon is filled and its position confirmed.
Hint
Remember which laryngeal cartilage forms a complete ring and can therefore squeeze the oesophagus against the vertebral body.
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