The nurse develops the diagnosis of ineffective airway clearance related to thick respiratory secretions for a patient with respiratory failure who is receiving mechanical ventilation. Which intervention will be most effective in resolving this problem?

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Because the patient's secretions are thick, better hydration is indicated. Suctioning more frequently will increase the incidence of mucosal trauma and would not address the etiology of the ineffective airway clearance. Instillation of saline does not liquefy secretions and may decrease the SpO₂. Turning the patient is appropriate but will not decrease the thickness of secretions.

The Nurse Develops the Diagnosis of Ineffective Airway Clearance Related