Asked by GURPREET SINGH on Jun 11, 2024

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The nurse has completed suctioning a patient's airway.Which action should the nurse take first?

A) Reduce the suction level to medium.
B) Remove the face shield and save for future suctioning.
C) Reposition the patient and assist with oral hygiene using sterile gloves.
D) Pull the gloves off over the rolled catheter and discard.

Airway

The part of the respiratory system through which air flows, beginning at the nose and mouth and continuing through the lungs.

Face Shield

Protective gear that covers the face, often used to shield the wearer from bodily fluids or hazardous materials.

Oral Hygiene

The practice of keeping the mouth clean to prevent dental problems such as cavities, gingivitis, and bad breath, involving regular brushing and flossing.

  • Learn the basic principles and procedures necessary for the safe performance of nasotracheal and oropharyngeal suctioning.
  • Exhibit familiarity with the appropriate methods for maintaining tracheostomy tubes to avert infection and assure patient well-being.
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Carolina HoffmanJun 13, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
When suctioning is completed,disconnect the catheter from the connecting tubing.Roll the catheter around the fingers of the dominant hand.Pull the glove off inside out so that the catheter remains coiled in the glove.Pull off the other glove over the first glove in the same way.Discard in an appropriate receptacle.The suction device should be turned off when suctioning is complete.There is no further need for suction.Remove the face shield and discard into an appropriate receptacle.Apply clean gloves to give personal care.