A young woman who has overdosed on a strong narcotic dry is unconscious with slow, shallow breathing. As you attempt to insert an oropharyngeal airway, the patient begins to gag. You should next
A. remove the oropharyngeal airway and be prepared to suction the mouth.
B. remove the oropharyngeal airway and insert a nasopharyngeal airway.
C. suction the patient's oropharynx as you insert a nasopharyngeal airway.
D. make sure you are using the most appropriate size of oropharyngeal airway.
Answer: A. remove the oropharyngeal airway and be prepared to suction the mouth.
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