The patient in the PACU is coughing up white mucus after having been intubated for surgery.What action would be most appropriate for the nurse to maintain a patent airway?

Name: The patient in the PACU is coughing up white mucus after having been intubated for surgery.What action would be most appropriate for the nurse to maintain a patent airway?
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Performing oropharyngeal suctioning is the most appropriate action to clear the airway of mucus and maintain a patent airway in this situation.

The Patient in the PACU Is Coughing Up White Mucus