Which of the following are complications associated with the placement of an oropharyngeal airway? 1. Gagging 2. Vomiting 3. Esophageal injury 4. Dissection of the posterior pharyngeal wall
a. 1 and 4 c. 2, 3, and 4
b. 1 and 2 d. 1, 2, 3, and 4
ANS: B
The oropharyngeal airways are not placed deep enough in the airway to create esophageal or pharyngeal wall damage.
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