A Nurse Fails to Recognize an Intubated Patient's Need for Nasotracheal

question 24

Multiple Choice

A nurse fails to recognize an intubated patient's need for nasotracheal suctioning.The endotracheal tube becomes clogged,and the patient has a respiratory arrest.Which of the following best describes the type of negligence the nurse may be liable for?

• A) Assessment failure
• B) Planning failure
• C) Implementation failure
• D) Evaluation failure

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