Which of the following should be kept in mind when assessing and managing the airway of a pediatric patient?
A) The trachea is easily obstructed by swelling.
B) The tongue is not as likely to obstruct the airway as in an adult.
C) Due to their short necks, pediatric patients require a greater degree of hyperextension to open the airway than do adults.
D) Gastric distention is unlikely.

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Pediatric patients have smaller airways, making them more prone to obstruction from inflammation or swelling. This should be taken into consideration when assessing and managing the airway in pediatric patients. Choices B and D are not accurate, and choice C is partially correct but does not provide a complete explanation of the airway management considerations for pediatric patients.

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