Which of the following best describes the position of a correctly sized and properly inserted oropharyngeal airway?
a. Distal tip at the base of tongue, flange in-side anterior teeth
b. Distal tip at level of uvula, flange extend-ing outside the teeth
c. Distal tip at the base of tongue, flange outside the teeth
d. Distal below the epiglottis, flange extend-ing outside the teeth
ANS: C
When properly inserted, the tip of an oropharyngeal airway lies at the base of the tongue above the epiglottis, with its flange portion extending outside the teeth. Only in this position can the device properly maintain airway patency.
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