Asked by JACKSON HOGAN on May 02, 2024
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Which of the following is the appropriate technique for a nurse to implement when inserting an oral airway?
A) Insert the airway with the curved end up,then rotate it 180 degrees at the back of the throat.
B) Insert the airway with the curved end down along the curve of the tongue.
C) Use a tongue blade to insert and push the airway into position.
D) Insert the airway sideways,then rotate it with the curved end up.
Oral Airway
A medical device used to prevent or relieve airway obstruction by providing a patent airway for the passage of air between the mouth and the posterior pharynx.
Curved End
Refers to an object or tool featuring a bend or arc at its terminus, often designed for specific applications where a straight end would be impractical.
Tongue Blade
A device, usually made of wood or plastic, used to depress the tongue to examine the mouth and throat.
- Adopting the suitable technique for the insertion and selection of the optimal size of an oral airway in patients.
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Learning Objectives
- Adopting the suitable technique for the insertion and selection of the optimal size of an oral airway in patients.
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