Question

The nurse educator is evaluating the care that a new registered nurse (RN) provides to a patient receiving mechanical ventilation. Which action by the new RN indicates the need for more education?

a. The RN increases the FIO2 to 100% before suctioning.
b. The RN secures a bite block in place using adhesive tape.
c. The RN asks for assistance to resecure the endotracheal tube.
d. The RN positions the patient with the head of bed at 10 degrees.

Answer 1

The action by the new RN that indicates the need for more education is increasing the FIO2 to 100% before suctioning.

Step-by-step explanation:

The action by the new RN that indicates the need for more education is a. The RN increases the FIO2 to 100% before suctioning. Suctioning should be performed with the lowest possible FIO2 to reduce the risk of hypoxia. Increasing the FIO2 to 100% before suctioning is not a recommended practice as it can lead to hyperoxygenation and can cause absorption atelectasis.