When using a nasopharyngeal airway, which of the following should be performed?
A) The airway should be lubricated with an oil-based lubricant.
B) The airway should be lubricated with a water-based lubricant.
C) The airway should be inserted with the bevel away from the septum.
D) The airway should be inserted inferiorly in the left nostril.
E) B & D

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Nasopharyngeal airways should be lubricated with a water-based lubricant to minimize irritation and facilitate easier insertion. They are typically inserted in the right nostril (not the left as stated in D), but the correct technique involves inserting them inferiorly following the natural curvature of the nasal passage. The inclusion of D as part of the correct answer is an error in the question's construction, as the standard practice does not specify a preference for the left nostril. The correct practice involves using a water-based lubricant and inserting the airway following the nasal passage's curvature, but the direction (left or right nostril) should be based on the most patent nostril and specific patient considerations.

When Using a Nasopharyngeal Airway, Which of the Following Should