Multiple Choice
An important nursing consideration when suctioning a young child who has had heart surgery is to:
A) Perform suctioning at least every hour.
B) Suction for no longer than 30 seconds at a time.
C) Administer supplemental oxygen before and after suctioning.
D) Expect symptoms of respiratory distress when suctioning.
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