Which Intervention Is Most Appropriate When a Client Develops a "Death

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which intervention is most appropriate when a client develops a "death rattle"?

• A) Perform nasotracheal suctioning of secretions.
• B) Turn the patient on his side and raise the head of the bed.
• C) Insert a nasopharyngeal airway as needed.
• D) Administer morphine sulfate intravenously.

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