When are nasopharyngeal airways contraindicated?
1) When foreign body obstruction already exists
2) In neonatal/pediatric patients
3) In cases of trauma to the nasal region
4) When the jaws of a patient cannot be separated

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Nasopharyngeal airways are contraindicated in the presence of a foreign body obstruction, as their insertion could push the obstruction further into the airway. They are also not recommended in neonatal/pediatric patients due to the size and sensitivity of their nasal passages, and in cases of trauma to the nasal region, where insertion could exacerbate injuries. However, they can be used when the jaws cannot be separated, making option 4 incorrect for the contraindications list.

When Are Nasopharyngeal Airways Contraindicated