You have decided to place an endotracheal tube in a 43-year-old female who was shot once in the chest and is unresponsive. What size endotracheal tube is most appropriate?

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The most appropriate size endotracheal tube for an adult female is typically 7.5 mm. This size balances the need for adequate ventilation with the risk of causing trauma to the trachea.

You Have Decided to Place an Endotracheal Tube in a 43-Year-Old