endotracheal tube
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endotracheal tube Definition
(n)
a
catheter
that
is
inserted
into
the
trachea
through
the
mouth
or
nose
in
order
to
maintain
an
open
air
passage
or
to
deliver
oxygen
or
to
permit
the
suctioning
of
mucus
or
to
prevent
aspiration
of
the
stomach
contents
endotracheal tube Synonyms
endotracheal tube
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