When suctioning the airway of a child, you should:
A. provide continuous suctioning until the airway is clear.
B. suction for 10 seconds and reassess the child's airway.
C. insert the catheter well beyond the base of the tongue.
D. suction in a circular motion while inserting the catheter.
Ans: B. suction for 10 seconds and reassess the child's airway.
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