Multiple Choice
After an intubation attempt, an expired capnogram indicates a CO2 level near zero. What does this finding probably indicate?
A) Abnormally high ventilation/perfusion ratio ()
B) Placement of the endotracheal tube in the esophagus
C) Placement of the endotracheal tube in the trachea
D) Failure of the cuff to properly seal the airway
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