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The Nurse Knows That the Most Effective Method for Suctioning

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The nurse knows that the most effective method for suctioning a patient with a tracheostomy tube is which of the following?


A) Setting the suction regulator at 150 to 200 mm Hg.
B) Liberally lubricating the end of the suction catheter with a water-soluble solution.
C) Limiting the length of suctioning to 10 to 15 seconds.
D) Applying suction while gently rotating and inserting the catheter.

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