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cnetterville

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What is the best way to lessen trauma to the turbinates during the insertion of a nasopharyngeal airway?
 
  a. use a twisting and upward motion
  b. slide it along the floor of the nasal cavity
  c. point the bevel away from the septum
  d. do not use any lubricant as it causes irritation

Question 2

If bleeding is not adequately controlled with pressure, what should be done immediately?
 
  a. apply a tourniquet
  b. apply a new gauze every 2 minutes
  c. insert two large-bore IVs
  d. squeeze down with a gloved hand



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jaymee143

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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

A




cnetterville

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Reply 2 on: Jul 2, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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