Multiple Choice
Which assessment finding obtained by the nurse when caring for a patient receiving mechanical ventilation indicates the need for suctioning?
A) The patient was last suctioned 6 hours ago.
B) The patient's oxygen saturation drops to 93%.
C) The patient's respiratory rate is 32 breaths/min.
D) The patient has occasional audible expiratory wheezes.
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
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