The Preceptor Is Working with a New Nurse to Suction

question 8

Multiple Choice

The preceptor is working with a new nurse to suction a patient through a new tracheostomy. Which actions by the new nurse indicate need for additional teaching about the procedure?

• A) The suction is not applied to the catheter until it is being withdrawn.
• B) The patient is placed in the supine position prior to suctioning.
• C) The suction catheter is twirled side to side as it is being withdrawn.
• D) Suction is applied continuously as the catheter is withdrawn.
• E) The patient's oxygen is reapplied between suction attempts.
• F) Water-soluble lubricant is applied to the suction catheter before insertion.

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Definitions:

Mutual Empathy

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Gender-role Analysis

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