Airway Management Flashcards
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Which airway adjunct is most appropriate for an unconscious adult patient with no gag reflex?
Answer: Oropharyngeal airway
An oropharyngeal airway (OPA) is indicated for unconscious patients without a gag reflex to maintain airway patency.
What is the correct size selection method for a nasopharyngeal airway (NPA)?
Answer: Distance from the tip of the nose to the earlobe
Measure the NPA from the tip of the nose to the earlobe to select the correct size.
A patient with a suspected cervical spine injury needs airway management. Which technique is preferred?
Answer: Jaw thrust maneuver
The jaw thrust maneuver opens the airway while maintaining spinal alignment in suspected cervical spine injuries.
What is the appropriate oxygen flow rate when using a non-rebreather mask?
Answer: 10–15 L/min
A non-rebreather mask requires 10–15 L/min to keep the reservoir bag inflated and deliver ~90% oxygen.
Which sign most reliably indicates successful bag-valve-mask ventilation?
Answer: Rise and fall of the chest
Visible chest rise and fall with each ventilation is the most direct confirmation of effective BVM ventilation.
When suctioning a patient's airway, the maximum recommended suction time per attempt is:
Answer: 10 seconds
Limit suction to no more than 10 seconds per attempt to prevent hypoxia and vagal stimulation.