During the Provision of Oral Care to an Unconscious Patient

question 26

Multiple Choice

During the provision of oral care to an unconscious patient, the nurse uses suction primarily to:

• A) remove secretions that might block respiratory passages.
• B) remove emesis if the patient should vomit.
• C) prevent fluids from collecting in the patient's mouth and being aspirated.
• D) stimulate the patient's gums and mucous membrane.

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Definitions:

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