Appropriate insertion of a soft-tip (whistle-tip) suction catheter down the ET tube involves:

A) gently inserting the catheter until resistance is felt.
B) inserting the catheter until secretions are observed.
C) inserting the catheter no farther than 6 to 8 in.
D) applying suction while gently inserting the catheter.


Ans: A) gently inserting the catheter until resistance is felt.

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