The MOST common indication for a surgical cricothyrotomy is:
A) massive facial or neck trauma.
B) failed rapid sequence intubation.
C) status seizures with trismus.
D) foreign body airway obstruction.

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Massive facial or neck trauma often results in significant airway compromise, making surgical cricothyrotomy a critical intervention when other airway management techniques (like intubation) are not feasible or safe.

The MOST Common Indication for a Surgical Cricothyrotomy Is