Development and internal validation of an equation using anthropometric measures to predict correct endotracheal tube insertion depth

Purpose: To develop, internally validate, and assess the utility of implementing a regression model for determining endotracheal tube (ETT) insertion depth. Research methods: We recorded height, weight, age, sex, ETT internal diameter (ID), lip marking, and tracheal position from the electronic rec...

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Main Authors: Teresa A. Volsko, Neil L. McNinch, Christopher Page-Goertz
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists 2022-02-01
Series:Canadian Journal of Respiratory Therapy
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Online Access:https://www.cjrt.ca/wp-content/uploads/cjrt-2021-068.pdf