Physics · Medical Physics and Nursing
During an endotracheal suctioning procedure, the patient suddenly develops signs of severe respiratory distress. What should be the immediate primary nursing action?
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- 1Keep suctioning and immediately page the attending physician
- 2Leave the catheter in place and call the charge nurse
- 3Complete the suctioning rapidly within 5 seconds and then remove the catheter
- 4Immediately withdraw the suction catheter and administer oxygen✓
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Immediately withdraw the suction catheter and administer oxygen
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