The nurse is suctioning an intubated, mechanically ventilated patient. Complications that should be observed for include:
1. Dysrhythmias
2. Hyperthermia
3. Hematuria
4. Decreased urinary output
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Rationale 1: Dysrhythmias can occur as a side effect of suctioning due to hypoxia.
Rationale 2: Hyperthermia is not a side effect of suctioning.
Rationale 3: Hematuria is not a side effect of suctioning.
Rationale 4: Decreased urinary output is not a consequence of suctioning.
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