The client is on PEEP of 10 cm of H2O. The nurse ensures that which of the following is utilized for this client?
1. Closed-system suctioning
2. Oral care daily
3. Open-system suctioning
4. Vital signs every shift
Closed-system suctioning
Rationale: Closed-system suctioning should be utilized for clients with high PEEP and those who potentially have an aerosolized infectious disease. Oral care should be frequent and is related to intubation, not particularly PEEP. With high levels of PEEP, frequent vital signs and assessments are required to detect any potential complications.
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