Mrs.Katerina has an endotracheal tube in place and is on a mechanical ventilator.She is restless and is pulling at the tube.How would the nurse assess if the tube is still in place?

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Auscultating for bilateral breath sounds is the most direct method to assess if an endotracheal tube is still in place, ensuring that air is being delivered to both lungs.

MrsKaterina Has an Endotracheal Tube in Place and Is on a Mechanical