When Should A Nasopharyngeal Airway Not Be Used?

When Should A Nasopharyngeal Airway Not Be Used? Absolute contraindications for NPA and NT intubation include signs of basilar skull fractures, facial trauma, and disruption of the midface, nasopharynx or roof of the mouth. When should you not use an NPA? NPAs should not be used on patients who have nasal fractures or an actively