The position that best facilitates the insertion of an oral endotracheal tube is the _____ position.
A) Chin lift
B) Sniffing
C) Neutral head
D) Jaw thrust

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The sniffing position is ideal for opening up the upper airway and aligning the trachea for intubation.The chin lift or jaw thrust should be used to open the airway of a patient with cervical spine injuries.The neutral head position is most appropriate for blind nasal intubation.

The Position That Best Facilitates the Insertion of an Oral