A Client with an Endotracheal Tube Is Being Suctioned Every

A client with an endotracheal tube is being suctioned every hour with an open suction system. Which should the nurse identify as a disadvantage of using this system? Select all that apply.

A) Time it takes to suction
B) Cost for each catheter used
C) Increase in client hypoxemia
D) Increase in the volume of secretions
E) Need to wear personal protective equipment

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