Serious complications of oral intubation include which of the following?
1) Cardiac arrest
2) Acute hypoxemia
3) Bradycardia
4) Tongue lacerations
A)2 and 4 only
B)1, 2, and 3 only
C)2, 3, and 4 only
D)1, 2, 3, and 4

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Serious complications of oral intubation can include cardiopulmonary arrest, acute hypoxemia, and bradycardia. While tongue lacerations can occur during the procedure, they are not considered one of the most serious complications. Therefore, options 2, 3, and 4 are correct, but option 1 (cardiac arrest) is not one of the most common complications.

Serious Complications of Oral Intubation Include Which of the Following