Which of the following tests would be most helpful in determining the patient’s risk for airway compromise during induction of general anesthesia (GA) and intubation?
A. Normal, recent pulmonary function tests Wrong Choice!
B. Ability to lie supine without orthopnea or cough Correct Choice
C. Lung and airway auscultation Wrong Choice!
D. Echocardiogram Wrong Choice!
Answer:B
Which of the following tests would be most helpful in determining the patient’s risk for airway compromise during induction of general anesthesia (GA) and intubation?
A. Normal, recent pulmonary function tests Wrong Choice! B. Ability to lie supine without orthopnea or cough Correct Choice C. Lung and airway auscultation Wrong Choice! D. Echocardiogram Wrong Choice!