Airway Care Flashcards
0
Q
ET tube size
Preterm infant
A
2.5 - 3.0 mm
1
Q
Cuff pressure
A
< or equal to 20 mmHg
< or equal to 25 cmH20
2
Q
ET tube size
Term infant
A
3.0 - 3.5 mm
3
Q
ET tube size
Adult male
A
8.0 - 9.0 mm
4
Q
ET tube size
Adult female
A
7.0 - 8.0 mm
5
Q
ET tube markings
Oral intubation
A
23 cm at lips
21 - 25 cm
6
Q
ET tube markings
Nasal intubation
A
26 - 29 at the nares
7
Q
Body humidity
A
44 mg/L
47 mmHg at 37 degrees celsius