Signs of endotracheal intubation.
A case of oesophageal intubation is described in which simulated lung ventilation occurred to a convincing degree. The signs relevant to correct endotracheal placement are discussed and explanations for the observed events are offered.
D000368:Aged; D003490:Cyanosis / Q000209:etiology*; D004947:Esophagus; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007442:Intubation, Intratracheal / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000379:methods; D012119:Respiration; D013997:Time Factors