Q Chapter 11: Airway Management

Question 1

Without adequate oxygen, the body’s cells:
A. incompletely convert glucose into energy, and lactic acid accumulates in the blood.
B. cease metabolism altogether, resulting in carbon dioxide accumulation in the blood.
C. rely solely on glucose, which is completely converted into adenosine triphosphate.
D. begin to metabolize fat, resulting in the production and accumulation of ketoacids.

Answer 1

A. incompletely convert glucose into energy, and lactic acid accumulates in the blood.

Question 2

Which of the following structures is contained within the mediastinum?
A. Bronchioles
B. Larynx
C. Esophagus
D. Lungs

Answer 2

C. Esophagus

Question 3

Structures of the lower airway include all of the following EXCEPT:
A. bronchioles.
B. the epiglottis.
C. alveoli.
D. the trachea.

Answer 3

B. the epiglottis.