Supraglottic Devices May Not Be Used in Patients Who Are

question 20

True/False

Supraglottic devices may not be used in patients who are obtunded and without a gag reflex.

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Definitions:

Lateral Epicondyle

A bony prominence on the outside of the elbow where some of the forearm muscles attach.

Linea Aspera

A prominent ridge on the posterior surface of the femur for muscle attachment.

Convex Smooth

Describes a surface that curves outward and is without irregularities, often related to lens shapes or geometric figures.

Articular Surface

The region of a bone that comes into contact with another bone to form a joint, allowing for various ranges of movement.