All of the Following Are Disadvantages of the LMA-Fastrach, EXCEPT

question 50

Multiple Choice

All of the following are disadvantages of the LMA-Fastrach, EXCEPT:

• A) it can facilitate blind endotracheal intubation.
• B) its inability to decompress the stomach.
• C) its absence of sizes for patients less than 30 kg.
• D) its temperamental positioning.

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Deepest Stage

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Hypnogogic Images

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Sleep Spindles

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