Which of the following would cause the EMT to immediately reassess for proper placement of the endotracheal tube?

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Absent breath sounds in one lung could indicate improper placement of the endotracheal tube and it would require immediate reassessment of the placement. Equal breath sounds or condensation in the tube are not necessarily indicative of improper placement. Observation of air in the pilot balloon is important to confirm proper cuff inflation, but does not necessarily indicate correct placement of the tube.

Which of the Following Would Cause the EMT to Immediately