On occasion, increased intrathoracic pressure during intubation leads to barotrauma and (a) ____ (the P in DOPE).

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The increased intrathoracic pressure during intubation can cause barotrauma, which includes the potential for pneumothorax (air in the pleural space outside the lung). This can then lead to a decrease in air movement and breathing difficulty, which would be the "P" in DOPE (dislodgement, obstruction, pneumothorax, equipment failure). Pierre Robin syndrome is a congenital condition and not related to intubation, while poor mask seal and prolonged obstruction would not be directly caused by increased intrathoracic pressure during intubation.

On Occasion, Increased Intrathoracic Pressure During Intubation Leads to Barotrauma