A 19-year-old male fell off his motorcycle, slid across the street, and struck his face on the concrete curb. You observe facial edema, severe hemorrhage from his mouth, and an unstable maxilla. Which of the following is contraindicated for him?
A. A nasopharyngeal airway
B. An oropharyngeal airway
C. Use of a jaw thrust maneuver
D. Use of a BVM
Answer (1)
In this trauma case, a nasopharyngeal airway is contraindicated due to the risk of exacerbating facial injuries and potential brain injury. Other options like an oropharyngeal airway, jaw thrust maneuver, and use of a BVM may still be utilized with caution. Always prioritize the safety of airway interventions in cases of maxillofacial trauma. ;
