Image Based Question – 65163

Which of the following is contraindicated during this procedure marked with arrow?

A. Head elevation

B. Preoxygenation with 100% oxygen

C. Introduction of blade toward the right side of oropharynx

D. Neck flexion at atlanto-occipital joint

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Correct Answer » D Explanation

This procedure is endotrachel intubatation

D: Neck flexion at atlanto-occipital joint

Technique of intubation includes: Patient should be supine and there should be extension at the Atlanto-occipital joint and flexion at the cervical spine