Which airway could the nurse suction using clean technique?
1. Oropharyngeal
2. Endotracheal
3. Tracheostomy
4. Oral cavity
Correct Answer: 4
The oral cavity could be suctioned using clean technique, and use of the Yankauer suction tube is usually performed this way. The other areas are best suctioned using sterile technique.
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