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    ATI RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Updated Proctored Exam

    A nurse is caring for a client who requires nasotracheal suctioning. Identify the sequence the nurse should follow to perform suctioning. (Move the steps into the box on the right, placing them in the order of performance. Use all the steps.)

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. The nurse should begin by donning sterile gloves to maintain a sterile field. B. The suction machine should be turned on, and the pressure should be set before starting the suctioning. C. The catheter should be inserted during the client’s inspiration to minimize discomfort and maximize effectiveness. D. Suction should be applied while rotating the catheter to prevent tissue damage and to clear secretions effectively. E. After suctioning, the catheter should be rinsed to remove any remaining secretions.

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