Nursing · Endotracheal Suctioning
A nurse is performing endotracheal suctioning. During the procedure, the nurse notes a decreasing heart rate (bradycardia) on the monitor. What should be the first priority action?
- 1Notify the physician immediately
- 2Ensure that suction is limited to less than 15 seconds
- 3Stop the procedure and reoxygenate the patient✓
- 4Continue to suction quickly
Correct answer
Stop the procedure and reoxygenate the patient
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