To minimize the problems associated with pharyngeal aspiration in intubated patients, which of the following could you recommend?
1) Position patients in semi-recumbent position.
2) Insert the feeding tube into the duodenum.
3) Suction above the tracheal tube cuff.
4) Provide continuous aspiration of subglottic secretions.
A)1 only
B)1 and 2 only
C)1, 2, 3, and 4
D)2, 3, and 4 only

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Positioning patients in a semi-recumbent position, inserting the feeding tube into the duodenum, suctioning above the tracheal tube cuff, and providing continuous aspiration of subglottic secretions are all strategies that can help minimize the risk of pharyngeal aspiration in intubated patients.

To Minimize the Problems Associated with Pharyngeal Aspiration in Intubated