Which of the following is true concerning the procedure for inserting a nasopharyngeal airway (NPA)?
A) The bevel should be turned toward the nasal septum.
B) If a water-soluble lubricant is not available, a silicon spray can be substituted.
C) It can only be placed in the right nostril.
D) The length of the device is not as important as it is with oropharyngeal airways.

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The bevel, or slanted tip, of the NPA should be turned toward the nasal septum to avoid causing trauma or injury to the mucous membranes or nasal turbinates. This creates a smoother insertion path for the airway.

B and C are incorrect because inserting an NPA without proper lubrication and inserting it only in one nostril can be harmful and ineffective.

D is also incorrect because the length of the NPA is important to ensure that it reaches the correct placement in the nasopharynx, similar to how the length of an oropharyngeal airway is important to ensure it reaches the correct placement in the oropharynx.

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