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Module 3: The Patient - Advanced Knowledge
Oral vs. nasal
Oral | Nasal |
Advantages:
Disadvantages:
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Advantages:
Disadvantages:
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Which nostril?
Ask the patient to sequentially block each nostril and take a deep breath—they will be able to indicate which is more patent. Studies have indicated that the left nostril is more likely to be an easier passage1.
Tips
Inserting the ETT into the nose:
- Use a well lubricated ETT
- Use topical vasoconstrictor to nasal mucosa
- Insert at right angles to the face2
- Pass along the floor of the nose to the nasopharynx
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