What is the most common complication of suctioning?
a. Hypoxemia
b. Hypotension
c. Arrhythmias
d. Infection
ANS: A
Excerpts from the AARC guideline (CPG 36-1) include indications, contraindications, hazards and complications, assessment of need, assessment of outcome, and monitoring.
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