After a client has been intubated, what actions does the nurse take to evaluate correct placement of the oral endotracheal tube? (Select all that apply.)

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After the client is intubated the nurse uses several techniques to evaluate correct placement of the ETT, including auscultating for equal bilateral breath sounds, observing for equal chest movements, monitoring the client's oxygen saturation, and evaluating the end-tidal CO₂ readings. Documenting the placement of the tube is important but it does not evaluate placement.

After a Client Has Been Intubated, What Actions Does the Nurse