Question 19 (part 2) · LDEK · Breathing disorders and airway management
In an adult patient, the distance „from the corner of the mouth to the earlobe ” is the correct determination method for selecting the size of:
- A. laryneal tube
- B. laryneal mask.
- C. face mask.
- D. endotracheal tube.
- E. oropharyngeal tube.
Hint
Think of the simple airway adjunct sized against external facial landmarks rather than by body weight or formula.
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