Nasopharyngeal Airway (NPA)

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Last updated 12:12 AM on 3/3/26
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Purpose

Maintain airway patency when OPA unsuitable (e.g. semi-conscious).

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NPA measurement method

From tragus to nostril.

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Insertion technique

Lubricate → bevel faces septum → follow nasal curve posteriorly → flange rests at nostril.

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Contraindication

Suspected base of skull fracture.

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Complications

Bleeding, trauma, laryngospasm, cranial displacement (rare).