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The nurse is caring for a client on mechanical ventilation. When performing endotracheal suctioning, the nurse will avoid hypoxia by

  • A. Inserting a fenestrated catheter with a whistle tip without suction
  • B. Completing the suction pass in 30 seconds with a pressure of 150 mm Hg
  • C. Hyperoxygenating with 100% O2 for 1 to 2 minutes before and after each suction pass
  • D. Minimizing the suction pass to 60 seconds while slowly rotating the lubricated catheter
Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Hyperoxygenating the client before and after suctioning helps prevent hypoxia by ensuring adequate oxygen levels during the procedure, which briefly interrupts the client's normal breathing pattern. Choice A is incorrect because inserting a fenestrated catheter with a whistle tip without suction would not prevent hypoxia. Choice B is incorrect as completing the suction pass in 30 seconds with a pressure of 150 mm Hg may lead to hypoxia. Choice D is incorrect as minimizing the suction pass to 60 seconds may not provide enough time for effective suctioning and could lead to hypoxia.