Assertion: endotracheal tube | /r/HasProperty | necessary
Facets:
value: often
type: DEGREE
value: to use a suction catheter
type: PURPOSE
Source sentences:
text: An endotracheal tube is placed when a patient is unable to breathe on her own; when it is necessary to sedate and "rest" someone who is very ill; or to protect the airway.
text: An endotracheal tube is placed when a patient is unable to breathe on her own; when it is necessary to sedate and "rest" someone who is very ill; or to protect the airway.
text: Since fluids, such as mucous, generally accumulate in the trachea while the endotracheal tube is in place, it is often necessary to use a suction catheter to clear the trachea of such fluids.