Asked by Maddy Hernandez on May 02, 2024

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The nurse performing nasotracheal suctioning should be assessing the patient for which possible unexpected outcomes? (Select all that apply. )

A) Severe reduction in heart rate
B) Wheezing and inability to breathe
C) Reduction in oxygen saturation
D) Nasal bleeding

Nasotracheal Suctioning

A medical procedure to remove secretions from the trachea through the nose to maintain airway patency.

Oxygen Saturation

A measure of the amount of oxygen carried by the red blood cells in the bloodstream, crucial for metabolic processes.

Nasal Bleeding

The loss of blood from the tissue lining the nose, commonly known as a nosebleed.

  • Comprehend the complexities linked to nasotracheal suctioning and the necessity for prompt action.
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Ikran MarufMay 04, 2024
Final Answer :
A,B,C,D
Explanation :
Nasotracheal suctioning has many risks associated with it.The most serious relate to hypoxemia,which often results in cardiac dysrhythmias,laryngeal spasm,and bradycardia (due to stimulation of the vagus nerve).Nasal trauma and bleeding can develop as the result of trauma from the suction catheter.