The hospital policy and procedure for suctioning requires hyperinflation of the client prior to suctioning. How should the nurse proceed with this requirement?
A)
Provide 2–3 breaths at 1.5 times the tidal volume prior to suction.
B)
Instruct the client to cough forcefully from the abdomen prior to suction.
C)
Increase the oxygen flow to the client by 20% prior to suctioning.
D)
Turn the suction level up to 60 cm prior to inserting the catheter.
A
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