The nurse is caring for newborn Ming and his mother. The nurse notes that the infant has secretions in his mouth and nose
What are the first steps the nurse should take to clear his airway? The nurse should position Ming on his side with his head slightly below his body and:
A) guide his caregiver in suctioning his mouth with a bulb syringe.
B) use a bulb syringe to clear his mouth.
C) use a small suction catheter to clear his nose.
D) use a bulb syringe to clear his nose.
B
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