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 to loosen secretions.
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