You Must Suction Frothy Secretions from the Mouth and Pharynx

Multiple Choice

You must suction frothy secretions from the mouth and pharynx of a 31-year-old male patient whose respiration rate is 4 breaths per minute. Which one of the following interventions is most appropriate given the patient's condition?

A) Suction for no more than 15 seconds at a time followed by 2 minutes of positive pressure ventilation.
B) Forego suctioning and continue to provide positive pressure ventilation.
C) Place the patient into a side-lying position and alternate 30 seconds of suctioning and ventilation.
D) Use a soft-tip catheter and suction for no more than 30 seconds before providing additional oxygen with a nonrebreather face mask.