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I use the Littmann Electronic Stethoscope model 4100MS Its a bit over kill but the # 1 reason is the programmable volume settings and the ambient noise reduction (I am not that young anymore). The recording storage and playback I hardly ever use.

I transport several phych (Baker Acts) PT per night last one was a 6' 2" 250 lbs M that was talking to the third or forth person in the box hummm I just seen him and my self. :? He sat on the bench and I sat on the captain's chair thats were we carry the extra O2 bottles if you catch my drift.... he did keep asking why I killed his grandmother I kept my right hand on the bottle just incase he needed some O2 :wink:

I have these things shoved in various pockets... - Radio w/ Mic - Trauma Shears - Penlight - Pens (one for the uniform shirt, and one in my side pocket) - Critical Care Field Guide - Gloves - Note Pad - Stethoscope - Gerber Pocket Knife - Wrist Watch - Wallet with Certs and Credit Cards

stcommodore, Contraindications of each are about the same. Combi comes in two sizes Standard Combitube and Combitube SA King comes in three sizes 3, 4 and 5 LMA comes in eight sizes 1, 1 1/2, and so on to 6 Ventilation I am sure is based on the size of the tube like a size 2 for an infant / child from 10 to 20 kg would have less air flow than the size 5 for a large adult 70 / 100 kg. I bet someone has done ther homework before manufacturing the product. And with the right Vol. of air in the cuff I have had no problem with dislodgement they also seem to be a bit faster, but that may be just me?

I found they stay in place if you use a tube holder. Our company uses the EndoGrip. (Excuse the cut and paste) The EndoGrip™ features a simple two-piece construction that promotes quick applications, strength and easy repositioning of the tube from side to side. Patented* and FDA cleared clamp is engineered to secure all standard adult-sized ET tubes, including cases of severe facial burns, lacerations, copious bleeding, vomiting or bearded patients. Flexible and cushioned Velcro® strap fastens to itself and not patient's face or head. Acts as an effective bite block, allowing a large portion of the patient's mouth to remain accessible for suctioning.

I like both the LMA's and combitubes trained on both use both.