单选题 The nurse is evaluating the effectiveness of airway suctioning. Which of the following outcome criteria is most appropriate?
A. Respirations unlabored.
B. Decreased mucus production.
C. Hollow sound on chest percussion.
D. Breath sounds clear on auscultation.

【正确答案】 D

【答案解析】Auscultating for clear breath sounds is the most accurate way to evaluate the effectiveness of tracheobronchial suctioning. Auscultation should also be done to determine whether or not the client needs suctioning.