A gag reflex is a contraindication for use of a nasopharyngeal airway. Nasopharyngeal airways are often constructed of soft rubber and hard plastic.
A) True for both statements
B) False for both statements
C) True for the first statement, false for the second statement
D) False for the first statement, true for the second statement
E) Cannot be determined from the information provided

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A gag reflex is a contraindication for use of a nasopharyngeal airway because it can trigger the gag reflex, which can cause the patient to vomit or aspirate. Nasopharyngeal airways are often constructed of soft rubber and hard plastic, but this is not a contraindication for their use.

A Gag Reflex Is a Contraindication for Use of a Nasopharyngeal