After Repeated Nasotracheal Suctioning Over 2 Days, a Patient with Retained

question 117

Multiple Choice

After repeated nasotracheal suctioning over 2 days, a patient with retained secretions develops minor bleeding through the nose. Which of the following actions would you recommend?

• A)Perform a tracheotomy for better access to the lower airway.
• B)Discontinue nasotracheal suctioning for 48 hours and reassess.
• C)Stop the bleeding and use a nasopharyngeal airway for access.
• D)Orally intubate the patient for better access to the lower airway.

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