Question

What category of the Mallampati classification system would indicate the most difficult airway to​ manage?

Option 1: Class I
Option 2: Class II
Option 3: Class III
Option 4: Class IV

Answer 1

In the Mallampati classification system, Class IV indicates the most difficult airway to manage. Option D is the answer.

Step-by-step explanation:

The Mallampati classification system is used to assess the visibility of the laryngeal structures during intubation. It categorizes patients into four classes based on the visibility of the soft palate and uvula.

Class I: Soft palate, uvula, fauces, pillars visible.

Class II: Soft palate, uvula, fauces visible.

Class III: Soft palate, base of uvula visible.

Class IV: Soft palate not visible at all.

Class IV, where the soft palate is not visible, indicates a challenging airway. This limited visibility can make intubation and airway management more difficult, requiring careful consideration and potentially alternative techniques or equipment to ensure successful airway control.

Option D is the answer.