One of an EMR's most important jobs is to maintain a patent airway. Which of the following is the most common form of obstruction in the lower airway?

A. Allergic reaction
B. Bronchoconstriction
C. Foreign bodies
D. Loss of muscle control in the pharynx


Answer: B

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