An infant should not be suctioned for more than
(A) 15 seconds.
(B) 5 seconds.
(C) 10 seconds.
(D) 20 seconds.
Answer: (B) 5 seconds.
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A patient with a cardiac history complains of chest pain. He already took four baby aspirins and medical direction has given you the go ahead to assist the patient with his nitroglycerin. After administering nitroglycerin to the patient, he complains of a headache. Which of the following is appropriate?
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