A client has been admitted to the emergency department with a head injury that has required the insertion of an artificial oral airway. What is the primary purpose of this intervention?
A) To prevent aspiration of saliva or secretions
B) To prevent the client's tongue from obstructing the airway
C) To bypass the nasal portion of the client's airway
D) To prevent injury to the client's oral mucosa
B
Feedback:
An oral airway is used to ensure airway patency by preventing the tongue from obstructing the upper airway. It does not bypass the airway, prevent aspiration, or protect the oral mucosa.
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