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Clinical indications for suctioning include respiratory distress due to increased copious,

retained secretions. Signs of respiratory distress may include increased respiratory rate,
tachycardia, gasping and difficulty talking. Increased resistance, decreased SPO2, increased
PEEP and an increasing FiO2 are indications that suctioning may be required in the intubated
patient.

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