Question

When should a laryngeal mask be removed?

A. baby is spontaneously and effectively breathing
B. when an ET tube can be inserted
C. After 48 hours
D. Both A & B
E. All of the above

Answer 1

A laryngeal mask should be removed when the baby is spontaneously and effectively breathing and an endotracheal (ET) tube can be inserted.

Step-by-step explanation:

A laryngeal mask should be removed when:

1. The baby is spontaneously and effectively breathing.
2. An endotracheal (ET) tube can be inserted.

Both conditions need to be met for the laryngeal mask to be removed.