After inserting the CobraPLA into your patient, you note that her tongue is protruding from her mouth. You should:
A. recognize that the device is not inserted far enough.
B. remove the device and use one that is one size larger.
C. deflate the cuff and withdraw the device by 1 or 2 cm.
D. remove 5 to 10 mL of air from the cuff and reassess.
Answer: A. recognize that the device is not inserted far enough.
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Which of the following results in ineffective thrombopoiesis?
a. Immune thrombocytopenic purpura b. Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura c. Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) d. Megaloblastic anemia
The ____________________ vertebra is the vertebra prominens
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