A novel training simulator for portable ultrasound identification of incorrect newborn endotracheal tube placement - observational diagnostic accuracy study protocol

• Main Authors: Hasan S. Merali (Author), Mark O. Tessaro (Author), Khushboo Q. Ali (Author), Shaun K. Morris (Author), Sajid B. Soofi (Author), Shabina Ariff (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2019-11-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
• Online Access: Connect to this object online.

Abstract Background Endotracheal tube (ETT) placement is a critical procedure for newborns that are unable to breathe. Inadvertent esophageal intubation can lead to oxygen deprivation and consequent permanent neurological impairment. Current standard-of-care methods to confirm ETT placement in neona...