Multiple Choice
A nurse is suctioning a patient through a tracheostomy.Which change in the patient's status would cause the nurse to discontinue the procedure?
A) The heart rate changes from 84 to 106 beats/min.
B) The respiratory rate does not improve.
C) The oxygenation saturation changes from 96 to 91.
D) The patient's respiratory effort increases gradually.
Correct Answer:
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