Airway & VentilationQuestion 2 of 100
Which airway adjunct is contraindicated in a patient with an intact gag reflex?
a.Nasopharyngeal airway
b.Oropharyngeal airway
c.Nasal cannula
d.Bag-valve mask
Explanation
An oropharyngeal (oral) airway stimulates the gag reflex and can cause vomiting or laryngospasm if the reflex is intact. It should only be used in patients who are unresponsive with no gag reflex.
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