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NCLEX RN Practice Question

A client with a tracheostomy is exhibiting audible secretions and a respiratory rate of 28 breaths per minute. Which is the BEST action for the nurse to perform during tracheostomy suctioning?

  • Apply suction while inserting the suction catheter to remove secretions effectively.

  • Insert the suction catheter to ensure secretions are cleared from the tracheostomy tube.

  • Insert the suction catheter without applying suction, then apply suction while withdrawing the catheter.

  • Omit hyperoxygenation before suctioning to manage the client's oxygen level appropriately.

NCLEX RN
Physiological Integrity
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