King Tube and Airway Management

When was the king tube invented?

• 1998

• 1999

• 1997

• 2000

You have a patient that is 5 foot and 8 inches. Your patient is not breathing and does not have a gag reflex. What size king tube does your patient need?

• Size 2

• Size 3

• Size 4

• Size 5

What certification level do you need to place a king tube?

• EMT-B and above

• EMT-P

• EMT-A

• Nurse practitioner

Where does a supraglottic airway sit?

• in the trachea

• in the stomach

• above the glottis

• in the esophagus

What is not an indication for a king tube?

• not breathing

• no gag reflex

• unable to locate trachea

• laryngospams

What is a disadvantage of the king tube?

• Does not isolate the trachea

• Does not protect against aspiration

• Does not protect against laryngospasms

• Quick and easy insertion

What is the first step of inserting a king tube?

• Checking supplies

• Opening the airway

• Ventilating patient

• Lubricate the tip