During tracheobronchial suctioning, it is MOST important to:
A) apply suction for no longer than 5 seconds in the adult.
B) avoid rotating the catheter as you are suctioning the trachea.
C) monitor the patient's cardiac rhythm and oxygen saturation.
D) inject 10 mL of saline down the ET tube to loosen secretions.
Answer: C) monitor the patient's cardiac rhythm and oxygen saturation.
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