Mrs.Headly,who is being mechanically ventilated,has copious amounts of secretions ranging from thick and tenacious to frothy.What should the nurse do in preparation for suctioning Mrs.Headly?

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Hyperventilation can cause respiratory alkalosis and decrease cardiac output, and instilling normal saline can cause bronchospasm and increase the risk of infection. Increasing oxygen delivery may be necessary, but it is not specific to preparation for suctioning. The best option is to avoid hyperventilation before suctioning.

MrsHeadly,who Is Being Mechanically Ventilated,has Copious Amounts of Secretions Ranging