During a pre-anaesthetic evaluation of a patient with neck extended, mouth open, and tongue protruded, the patient's uvula is not visible. His airway should be classified as which of the following
Since this patient's uvula is not visible, his airway is classed as Mallampati 3, suggesting a difficult intubation.
Mallampati 1
Mallampati 2
Mallampati 3
None of the above
Preoperative assessment and monitoring in anaesthesia