Which of the following statements about airway management is TRUE?
A) Immediate intubation is required for all unresponsive patients.
B) Dual lumen airways are acceptable for use in children over the age of four years.
C) If a patient cannot be intubated because of an intact gag reflex, a dual lumen airway can be used.
D) Nasopharyngeal airways are contraindicated in patients with possible basilar skull fracture.

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Nasopharyngeal airways are contraindicated in patients with possible basilar skull fracture because they can potentially cause further damage to the skull. Immediate intubation is not required for all unresponsive patients and should be done based on clinical judgment and patient condition. Dual lumen airways can be used in children over the age of four years, but may not be appropriate for all patients. If a patient cannot be intubated because of an intact gag reflex, alternative airway management options should be considered.

Which of the Following Statements About Airway Management Is TRUE