When computing the net autopsy rate, which is subtracted from the denominator in the formula?
A) Deaths under 48 hours
B) Anesthesia deaths
C) Coroner's cases
D) Postoperative deaths
E) Infant deaths
C
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A. remove the oropharyngeal airway and be prepared to suction the mouth. B. remove the oropharyngeal airway and insert a nasopharyngeal airway. C. suction the patient's oropharynx as you insert a nasopharyngeal airway. D. make sure you are using the most appropriate size of oropharyngeal airway.