You have been called for a quadriplegic whose caregiver has been unable to unclog the patient’s stoma. Upon assessment you observe thick secretion blocking the stoma tube. You should: geoquad a. Begin assisted ventilations and transport the patient to the closet facility. geoquad b. Suction the tube with a French catheter for no more than 15 seconds at time. geoquad c. Remove the tube and flush it underneath running water. geoquad d. Suction the tube with a rigid tip catheter until clear of mucus build-up. Clear my choice
[Answered]: You have been called for a quadriplegic whose…
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