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Question of the Week #8

Which of the following anatomical features is the MOST LIKELY cause for a misalignment of oral, pharyngeal, and tracheal axes during direct laryngoscopy in an infant?

A. Omega-shaped epiglottis

B. Larger tongue relative to mouth opening

C. More posterior insertion of the inferior aspect of vocal cords

D. Higher larynx situated at the level of C3-4 vertebrae

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