Which of the Following Should Be Used When Suctioning a Mechanically

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following should be used when suctioning a mechanically ventilated patient?

• A) Three hyperoxygenation breaths (breaths at 100% FiO₂)
• B) Hyperinflation (breaths at 150% tidal volume)
• C) Limit the number of passes to three.
• D) Instill 5 to 10 mL of normal saline to facilitate secretion removal.
• E) Use intermittent suction to avoid damaging tracheal tissue.

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