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Airway Management Pre-Test Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What is the main purpose of airway management in patient care?✔✔ To maintain a clear and open airway for effective breathing
What is the most appropriate position for an unconscious patient to maintain airway patency?✔✔ Side-lying or recovery position
What should a nurse assess first before performing suctioning?✔✔ The patient's respiratory status and need for suctioning
What is the maximum time recommended for a single suction pass in adults?✔✔ 10 to 15 seconds
What is the first action a nurse should take when a patient with a tracheostomy begins to have difficulty breathing?✔✔ Assess the airway for obstruction or dislodgement 1 / 2
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What type of suctioning is used for a patient who cannot cough up secretions?✔✔ Oropharyngeal or nasopharyngeal suctioning
What should a nurse do before inserting a suction catheter?✔✔ Preoxygenate the patient
Why is it important to use sterile technique during suctioning?✔✔ To prevent introducing infection into the airway
What is the primary indication for inserting an oropharyngeal airway?✔✔ To keep the tongue from obstructing the airway in an unconscious patient
When is a nasopharyngeal airway preferred over an oropharyngeal airway?✔✔ When the patient is semi-conscious or has an intact gag reflex
What is the purpose of cuff inflation on a tracheostomy tube?✔✔ To secure the airway and prevent aspiration
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