You recognize that the an oropharyngeal airway has been appropriately inserted when:

a. it cannot be dislodged by the rescuer.
b. the flange sits about ¼ inch from the patient's lips.
c. vomiting is no longer occurring.
d. air moves freely in and out of the airway.

Answer: d

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