Identify the sequence of actions the nurse should take for nasopharyngeal suctioning of a newborn with an obstructed airway:

A. Position the newborn appropriately, apply suction, insert the catheter gently, suction in a rotating motion.
B. Apply suction, insert the catheter gently, position the newborn appropriately, suction in a rotating motion.
C. Apply suction, position the newborn appropriately, insert the catheter gently, suction in a rotating motion.
D. Position the newborn appropriately, insert the catheter gently, apply suction, suction in a rotating motion.

The proper sequence for nasopharyngeal suctioning of a newborn is to position the baby appropriately, gently insert the catheter, then apply suction and suction in a rotating motion, making 'd)' the correct answer.

Explanation:

The correct sequence of actions for nasopharyngeal suctioning a newborn with an obstructed airway is: Position the newborn appropriately, insert the catheter gently, apply suction, and suction in a rotating motion. The steps must be performed in the right order to ensure the procedure is effective and safe for the newborn.

Position the newborn appropriately to ensure that the airway is accessible and to reduce the risk of injury during the procedure.
Insert the catheter gently into the nasopharynx to reach the obstruction without causing trauma to the delicate nasal and pharyngeal tissues.
Only after the catheter is in place should you apply suction. Doing so before catheter insertion would not be effective as the suction would not be directed at the obstructed area.
While applying suction, move the catheter in a rotating motion to help dislodge and remove the mucus effectively.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'd) Position the newborn appropriately, insert the catheter gently, apply suction, suction in a rotating motion'.