Question 6 (part 2) · LEK · Instrumental airway management
The probability of ventilation difficulties with the use of a bag valve mask is increased in the case of: 1 ) excessive facial hair. 2 ) severe facial burns. 3 ) giant obesity. 4 ) unstable facial bone fractures. 5 ) vitiligo. The correct answer is:
- A. 1,2,3,4.
- B. 1,2,3,5.
- C. 2,4,5.
- D. 2,3,5.
- E. 1,3,4,5.
Hint
Mask ventilation fails when a tight seal cannot be achieved or anatomy and compliance oppose it; skin pigmentation plays no role.
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