Which nursing actions would reduce the risk of complications associated with suctioning?
Select all that apply.
1. Suctioning only as needed
2. Using sterile technique
3. Instilling normal saline to thin secretions
4. Choosing the correct catheter size
5. Lowering oxygen concentration
Correct Answer: 1,2,4
Nursing actions that reduce the risk of complications associated with suctioning include suctioning only when needed, using sterile technique, and choosing the correct catheter size. Instilling normal saline is not recommended, as this would actually increase complications, not decrease them. Oxygen concentration should be increased, not decreased, in order to decrease the risk of complications associated with suctioning.
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