The nurse is preparing to insert an oropharyngeal airway in an unresponsive client and should do which to ensure the airway is inserted correctly?
A. Using a tongue depressor, push the tongue to the side of the mouth when inserting the airway.
B. Begin the procedure by inserting the airway upside down and then rotating it to the correct position.
C. Position the airway in a downward position and then rotate it upward as it passes by the back of the throat.
D. Refrain from taping the bottom of the airway to prevent esophageal injury when the client swallows.
Answer: B
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