For Which One of the Following Patients Is Placement of an Oropharyngeal

question 26

Multiple Choice

For which one of the following patients is placement of an oropharyngeal airway indicated?

• A) Responsive but confused patient with stridorous respirations
• B) Patient who responds to painful stimuli by moaning and has vomited
• C) Unresponsive patient who has no gag or cough reflex
• D) Patient with snoring respirations who coughs as the oral airway is placed into his mouth

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Definitions:

Surface Anatomy

The branch of anatomy that deals with the external features of the body and their relationship to deeper structures.

Iliac Crest

The upper, outer curved edge of the ilium, the largest bone of the pelvis, important for muscle attachment and landmark in medical examinations.

Lower Torso

The lower part of the human torso, comprising the abdomen and pelvis.

Serratus Anterior

A muscle that originates on the surface of the upper eight or nine ribs and inserts along the entire anterior length of the medial border of the scapula, playing a crucial role in the movement and stabilization of the shoulder.