<prompt> Proper technique of endotracheal intubation involves: March 2012Flexion of neckFlexion of the neck and extension of the atlantooccipital jointExtension of the neckExtension of the neck and flexion of the atlantooccipital joint  <response>: Ans: B i.e. Flexion of the neck and extension of the atlanto-occipital joint Optimal head and neck positioning while intubation is obtained by flexion of the neck and extension of the atlanto-occipital joint 