Which of the following is false regarding the pediatric airway?
a. the trachea is larger in diameter and shorter in length
b. the glottis opening is higher and positioned more anterior
c. the neck appears to be nonexistent
d. the lungs are smaller
Answer: a. the trachea is larger in diameter and shorter in length
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