What is the best positioning strategy to maintain airway neutrality in a 6-month-old infant with a large occiput and risk of neck flexion?
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Correct answer: Use a shoulder roll to align neck
Using a shoulder roll helps maintain neutral alignment and open airway in infants with large occiputs.
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