Multiple Choice
The nurse is caring for a patient with an endotracheal tube.The nurse understands that endotracheal suctioning is needed to facilitate removal of secretions and that the procedure
A) decreases intracranial pressure.
B) depresses the cough reflex.
C) is done as indicated by patient assessment.
D) is more effective if preceded by saline instillation.
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