What patients are at high risk for postextubation upper airway obstruction?
1) Those with neuromuscular disorders
2) Those who have had major neck surgery
3) Those with infectious masses or abscesses
A)2 and 3 only
B)1 and 2 only
C)1 and 3 only
D)1, 2, and 3

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Patients with neuromuscular disorders, those who have had major neck surgery, and those with infectious masses or abscesses are all at high risk for postextubation upper airway obstruction due to potential airway compromise or weakened airway structures.

What Patients Are at High Risk for Postextubation Upper Airway