Suctioning is done when:
A) The person can cough up secretions
B) A sputum specimen is needed
C) Secretions are excessive
D) The person is very ill

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Suctioning is done when secretions are excessive and cannot be cleared by coughing. It is a way to remove these secretions from the airway to prevent obstruction of airflow and maintain oxygenation. Suctioning should not be done routinely or for obtaining sputum specimens. It should only be done when there is a medical need.

Suctioning Is Done When