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For adults patients with a tracheostomy or endotracheal tube in a hospital setting, what are comparative risks and benefits of the old way of suctioning with normal saline.

NOMINATED TOPIC | July 16, 2016

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For adults patients with a tracheostomy or endotracheal tube in a hospital setting, what are comparative risks and benefits of the old way of suctioning with normal saline.