Multiple Choice
The nurse is caring for a patient who has had a craniotomy.The patient appears to need endotracheal suctioning.The nurse is aware that this can be of concern because suctioning can cause which of the following?
A) Violent coughing
B) Aspiration of stomach contents
C) Increased intracranial pressure
D) Bradycardia or tachycardia
Correct Answer:

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