General critical care -ACCS exam questions & answers 2024

General critical care -ACCS exam questions & answers 2024 What is the thyromental distance? - ANSWER-Measurement of the distance between the upper edge of the thyroid cartilage to the chin, while the neck is completely extended. Thyromental distance: what indicates a suspected difficult intubation? - ANSWER-Less than 6 cm Thyromental distance: what suggests a non-problematic intubation? - ANSWER-7 cm or greater What type of x-ray should you use to determine proper position of an endotracheal tube? - ANSWER-AP x-ray What type of x-ray is helpful in detecting pleural effusions? - ANSWER-Lateral decubitus The description "concave superior border or interface" describes what? - ANSWER-A pleural effusion What type of x-ray is helpful and spotting internal issues such as masses, blebs, or lesions? - ANSWER-Oblique x-ray On x-ray, where should the end of the endotracheal tube be positioned? - ANSWER-2-5 cm above the carina On x-ray, where should the central venous catheter be positioned? - ANSWER-The tip should rest in the right atrium or vena cava On x-ray, where should the pulmonary artery catheter be positioned? - ANSWER-The tip should be over the right lower lung field