What Factor Contributes to Increased Likelihood of an Upper Airway

question 52

Multiple Choice

What factor contributes to increased likelihood of an upper airway obstruction in an infant compared to an adult?

• A)higher percentage of body fat
• B)higher volumes of sinus discharge
• C)relatively smaller head size
• D)tongue that is proportionally larger

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Clinical Approach

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