The nurse uses a closed-system (in-line) endotracheal (ET) suctioning system for the patient.Which does the nurse implement to prevent airway interference?
A) Inserts the catheter between ventilator cycles to avoid airway interference.
B) Inserts the catheter 25.4 cm (10 inches) and applies continuous suction during withdrawal.
C) Visualizes the colored indicator line in the sheath of the catheter before completing the procedure.
D) Withdraws the suction catheter and discards it after completing the procedure.

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The nurse should visualize the colored indicator line in the sheath of the catheter to ensure the catheter is not inserted too far, which could cause airway interference.

The Nurse Uses a Closed-System (In-Line) Endotracheal (ET) Suctioning System