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This study shows that adverse effects of endotracheal suctioning, particularly oxygen desaturation and hemorrhagic secretions, are frequent in mechanically ventilated patients, and can be reduced by the implementation of practice guidelines.

Effects of Standardizing Procedures on Adverse Effects of Endotracheal Suctioning

This study shows that adverse effects of endotracheal suctioning, particularly oxygen desaturation and hemorrhagic secretions, are frequent in mechanically ventilated patients, and can be reduced by the implementation of practice guidelines.