NR 328 Final Exam | 100% Score 60/60 POINTS An important nursing consideration when suctioning a young child who has had heart surgery is to: Administer supplemental oxygen before and af ter suctioning. Suction for no longer than 30 seconds at a time. Perform suctioning at least every hour. Expect symptoms of respiratory distress when suctioning. If suctioning is indicated, supplemental oxygen is administered with a manual resuscitation bag before and after the procedure to prevent hypoxia. Suct...