You notice that a dying patient has a very large amount of secretions in his/her mouth. You should

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The best choice is to tell your immediate supervisor. The patient may be experiencing respiratory distress and the presence of an excessive amount of secretions in the mouth can be a sign of impending death. The supervisor can then take appropriate action to manage the patient's symptoms, including providing necessary medications and suctioning to reduce the risk of aspiration. offering water to the patient or applying glycerine may not be effective in managing the patient's symptoms, and offering mouthwash could be inappropriate if the patient is unable to swallow or may further irritate the patient's airway.

You Notice That a Dying Patient Has a Very Large