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A Mechanically Ventilated 2-Year-Old Child Has Copious Oral Secretions

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A mechanically ventilated 2-year-old child has copious oral secretions.What action by the nurse takes priority?


A) Assess placement of the endotracheal tube.
B) Clean and dry the skin around the mouth.
C) Raise the head of the child's bed to 60°.
D) Suction the oral cavity every 2 hours.

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