(Optional) Discuss intubation of patients.

Discussion should include the steps in the intubation procedure for patients of all ages.

Process/Skill Questions:

• Why must an EMT notadvance the endotracheal tube (ET) down the center of the laryngoscope blade?
• What volume of air is used to inflate the balloon cuff for an adult?
• What are the steps for intubating a patient without a spinal cord injury?