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Correct Answer: Can be given through endotracheal tube
Description: Transtracheal jet ventilation (Emergency pathway) Take a wide bore cannula 14-16G and put it between thyroid & cricoid cailage (Cricothyroid membrane) And connect it to 3cc syringe, which is connected to standard endotracheal tube connector Through this standard connector, we give O2 on high flow, high rate ,hence patient gets ventilated. Temporary way of giving O2. Risk profile : Pneumothorax, pneumomediastinum, bleeding, infection, and subcutaneous emphysema. Absolute contraindications : Upper airway obstruction or any disruption of the airway
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