Intubation: Preparation & Expectations (Endotracheal Intubation, Nasotracheal Intubation, Orotracheal Intubation)

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Alternate Names : Endotracheal Intubation, Nasotracheal Intubation, Orotracheal Intubation

Once the tube has been inserted:

it is attached to a bag that can be squeezed to deliver breaths to the person

its placement will be checked by listening for airflow sounds over the lungs

a chest X-ray will be taken to confirm that the tube is in the right place

an arterial blood gas test may be done to check for proper levels of oxygen and carbon dioxide

the person may be sedated

A person who has been intubated cannot talk.

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Author: Gail Hendrickson, RN, BS
Reviewer: Adam Brochert, MD
Date Reviewed: 04/11/01

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