Supraglottic damage following a burn is MOST often caused by:

A) the inhalation of superheated gases.
B) exposure to carbon monoxide or cyanide.
C) the inhalation of hot particulate steam.
D) direct flame exposure to the oropharynx


Answer: A) the inhalation of superheated gases.

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