While measuring an oral airway for proper fit, the nurse places the airway so that the flange is held parallel to the front teeth with the airway against the patient's cheek. Where is the end of the curve?
a. At the angle of the jaw
b. Above the ear
c. To the level of the nose
d. Upside down
A
Size is correct if, when the flange is held parallel to the front teeth with the airway against the patient's cheek, the end of the curve reaches the angle of the jaw.
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