Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Intermediate Practice Exam

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What should you do if you encounter resistance while ventilating a patient with a King LT airway?

Continue attempting to ventilate
Withdraw the device slightly
Increase ventilation pressure
Stop ventilation immediately

The correct answer is: Withdraw the device slightly

When using a King LT airway, encountering resistance during ventilation is a critical situation that warrants immediate attention. Withdrawing the device slightly is the appropriate action because it may alleviate any potential obstruction or incorrect positioning that is causing the resistance. Inserting the King LT too deeply or at an incorrect angle might lead to airway issues, such as the cuffs obstructing the airway or being placed in the esophagus rather than the trachea. By gently withdrawing the device, you give the situation a chance to correct itself, allowing for proper positioning and facilitating better airflow. Continuing to attempt ventilation while experiencing resistance could lead to complications, such as barotrauma or further airway obstruction. Similarly, increasing the ventilation pressure is not advisable, as it could also contribute to additional trauma or discomfort for the patient. Stopping ventilation immediately without assessing the cause may lead to inadequate oxygenation if the airway is indeed correctly placed and still viable. Thus, slight withdrawal is the most prudent step to ensure effective ventilation.