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Airway Anatomy
Question | Answer |
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Number one reason for anesthesia related morbidity and mortality | Lack of proper airway management |
% of laryngeal injuries that are not r/t difficult airways | 80% |
division point between upper and lower airway | Glottic opening |
Upper airway consists of: | nose, mouth, nasal & oral pharynx, larynx |
Lower airway consists of: | trachea, bronchus, lungs |
nasal mucosa function | large surface area that WARMS & HUMIDIFIES |