While Suctioning a Patient, You Observe an Abrupt Change in the Electrocardiogram

While suctioning a patient, you observe an abrupt change in the electrocardiogram waveform being displayed on the cardiac monitor. Which of the following actions would be most appropriate?

A) Change to a smaller catheter and repeat the procedure.
B) Stop suctioning and immediately administer oxygen.
C) Stop suctioning and report your findings to the nurse.
D) Decrease the amount of negative pressure being used.

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