Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning endotracheal intubation at the site of injury?
A. Bag valve mask systems are equally as efficient as endotracheal intubation for early management of the trauma patient
B. Paramedic intubation in the field is successful in over 90% of cases
C. Indications for intubation in the field include respiratory distress, significant head injury, severe chest injury and hypovolemic shock
D. If patients clench their teeth violently, endotracheal intubation is impossible without the use of paralytic agents
Answer:B
Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning endotracheal intubation at the site of injury?
A. Bag valve mask systems are equally as efficient as endotracheal intubation for early management of the trauma patient B. Paramedic intubation in the field is successful in over 90% of cases C. Indications for intubation in the field include respiratory distress, significant head injury, severe chest injury and hypovolemic shock D. If patients clench their teeth violently, endotracheal intubation is impossible without the use of paralytic agents