Practice Quiz

NREMT Paramedic

Category - Airway

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After inserting an oropharyngeal airway, your patient begins to gag and choke. Your next action should be to:
  1. Tape the airway in place.
  2. Lubricate the airway.
  3. Use a smaller size airway.
  4. Remove the airway.
Explanation
Answer: D - The oropharyngeal airway should be removed immediately when the patient begins to gag. When a patient begins to gag or choke their airway will close as a result. This is a reflex action of the patient to protect their airway and is a good sign. You should never lubricate an oropharyngeal airway or force it into place by taping it down.
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