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The nasopharyngeal airway is a piece of equipment used in healthcare for unconscious patients. The airway should be lubricated with a water based lubricant before insertion.
The nasopharyngeal airway is a piece of equipment used in healthcare for unconscious patients. The airway should be lubricated with a water based lubricant before insertion.
The nasopharyngeal airway is a piece of equipment used in healthcare for unconscious patients. The airway should be lubricated with a water based lubricant before insertion.
The nasopharyngeal airway is a piece of equipment used in healthcare for unconscious patients. The airway should be lubricated with a water based lubricant before insertion.
To open the airway
If there is no other chest or abdominal injury, and the patient is awake and conscious there is no need to worry about the airway
keep the airway clear
Re-position the airway, check for objects obstructing the airway, then attempt rescue breaths again.
Water based lubricant
If a person is unconscious, it is important to call 911. Next, the airway should be opened by tilting the head back and up.