CAMRT Radiography Practice Exam

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Which of the following describes the common location of an aspirated foreign body in children?

Right bronchus
Throat
Left bronchus
Trachea

The correct answer is: Right bronchus

The common location of an aspirated foreign body in children is the right bronchus. This tendency stems from the anatomical differences between the right and left main bronchi. The right main bronchus is wider and more vertically oriented compared to the left, which makes it more likely for aspirated objects to enter and lodge in this pathway. When children inhale objects, due to their smaller airway size and anatomical structures, these objects are more prone to follow the path of least resistance, which in this case leads to the right bronchus. Understanding this anatomical aspect is crucial for healthcare professionals when assessing and treating cases of foreign body aspiration in pediatric patients.