The Patient Is Coughing Up White Mucus After Having Been

question 11

Multiple Choice

The patient is coughing up white mucus after having been intubated for surgery.What action would be most appropriate for the nurse to maintain a patent airway?

• A) Administer supplemental oxygen.
• B) Place the patient in a supine position.
• C) Perform oropharyngeal suctioning.
• D) Prepare for endotracheal intubation.

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