When suctioning a patient's stoma, you should:

A) insert the catheter until resistance is felt.
B) ask the patient to inhale as you are suctioning.
C) insert the catheter no more than 15 cm.
D) provide suction for no longer than 20 seconds.


Answer: A) insert the catheter until resistance is felt.

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