This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Anaesthesia
Sallick's manouvere is used for 
Select and explain. 
A. To prevent gastric aspiration, B. To facilitate Respiration, C. To reduce dead space, D. To prevent alveolar collapse
A: To prevent gastric aspiration
Answer: A: To prevent gastric aspiration 
Explanation: A i.e. To prevent gastric aspiration Sellick's manuvere is application of backward pressure on cricoid cailage to prevent gastric aspiration (Mandelson's syndrome).Q