You are treating a 29 year-old female who has major airway problems. She has thick secretions and blood in her upper airway that needs to be suctioned with a Yankauer. Which of the following is NOT true of the Yankauer suction tip?
A. It has a rigid tip
B. It allows for excellent control over the distal end of the device
C. It is used most successfully with responsive patients
D. It has a larger bore than flexible catheters
Answer: C