What is the name of the procedure that must be performed before a non-breathing patient can be placed on a ventilator?
A)Tracheotomy
B)Endotracheal intubation
C)Bronchoscopy
D)Continuous positive airway pressure
E)Positive end-expiratory pressure

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Endotracheal intubation is the procedure of placing a tube through the mouth or nose and into the trachea to provide a clear airway for ventilation. This must be done before a non-breathing patient can be placed on a ventilator.

What Is the Name of the Procedure That Must Be