Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the suctioning of patients?

A) Suction should be applied while withdrawing the catheter.
B) Effective suction units should generate at least 300 mmHg when the distal end is occluded.
C) Suction attempts should be limited to 10 seconds.
D) All of the above


Answer: D

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