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It is a tube (also called a siphon) used for breathing underwater by the larval young of some insects.
*The term may also be applied to an endotracheal tube(ETT) used in human medical treatment.
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What is the medical term meaning the procedure for the placement of a permanent breathing tube?
A tracheostomy (aka trach; pronounced trake) is a surgically made hole through the front of the neck (and connects to the windpipe) to assist in breathing. They are usually temporary, although if the patient requires, they can be inserted to be permanent.
What medical assistance will be provided if a burn patient is having difficulty breathing?
A tube to aid breathing may be inserted if the patient's airways or lungs have been damaged, as can happen during an explosion or a fire in a enclosed space.
What are possible risks of endolymphatic shunt treatment?
discomfort in the operated ear and the throat (from the breathing tube inserted during surgery), which can be controlled by such analgesic medications as meperidine
Does a mosquito breath through gills or breathing tube?
breathing tube
When is a feeding tube inserted?
A feeding tube is inserted when a patient or person is no longer able to swallow or chew their own food when they need to eat.
How does mosquito breath through?
tube
What preparation is done before Abdominal wall defect surgery is performed?
protruding organs are covered with dressings, and a tube is inserted into the stomach to prevent the baby from choking or breathing in the contents of the stomach into the lungs
Is there an alternative to to the g tube feeding tube?
yes. you may have a tube inserted through your nose or mouth.
How is apnea of prematurity in premature infants treated?
Infants with serious apnea may need medications to stimulate breathing or oxygen through a tube inserted in the nose. Some infants may be placed on a ventilator.
How is a victim of near-drowning treated?
CPR has been performed and emergency medical help has arrived on the scene, oxygen is administered to the victim. If the victim's breathing has stopped or is otherwise impaired, a tube is inserted into the windpipe
How is a victim of near drowning treated?
CPR has been performed and emergency medical help has arrived on the scene, oxygen is administered to the victim. If the victim's breathing has stopped or is otherwise impaired, a tube is inserted into the windpipe
What is splinting catheter?
A tube inserted in the ureter after surgery.
