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The Hospital Policy and Procedure for Suctioning Requires Hyperoxygenation of the Client

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The hospital policy and procedure for suctioning requires hyperoxygenation of the client prior to suctioning. How should the nurse proceed with this requirement?


A) Increase the oxygen flow to the client by 100% prior to suctioning.
B) Provide two to three breaths at 1.5 times the tidal volume prior to suction.
C) Turn the suction level up to 60 cm prior to inserting the catheter.
D) Instruct the client to cough forcefully from the abdomen prior to suction.

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