What result can occur when an endotracheal tube is positioned too high?
A) Pneumothorax.
B) Pneumomediastinum.
C) Left lung atelectasis.
D) Aspiration pneumonia.

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An endotracheal tube positioned excessively high or in the esophagus causes the inspired air to enter the stomach,causing severe gastric dilatation and a high likelihood of regurgitation of gastric contents and aspiration pneumonia.

What Result Can Occur When an Endotracheal Tube Is Positioned