Why must you avoid forcing an OPA into a patient with a gag reflex?

Why must you avoid forcing an OPA into a patient with a gag reflex?

• A. It should be inserted in all patients to ensure airway patency.
• B. It is always safe to insert regardless of gag reflex.
• C. It can trigger vomiting and aspiration; use only if unconscious with no gag reflex.
• D. It is never contraindicated.

Answer: (C)