New medical student part - 10

 

           [DRx.BRAJ BHAN RATHOUR]

◆ ReflexHammer:-

A  Reflex  Hammer is a Medical instrument used by practitionersto test deep tendon reflex.

◆ Endotrachealtube:-

An Endotracheal tube is a Catheter that is inserted

into the trachea for the primary purpose of establishing and maintaining a patient airway and to ensure the adequate exch- ange of oxygen and carbon dioxide.

                          Tube Size

Pediatric Tube                         Adult Tube

● 2.5 mm                                         5.5 mm

● 3 mm                                              6 mm

● 3.5 mm                                          6.5 mm

● 4 mm                                              7 mm

● 4.5 mm                                          7 .5 mm

● 5 mm                                                 8 mm

◆ Laryngoscope:-

The most common used of Laryngoscope for intubation in adult which is the curved Macintosh Blade.

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