- A nurse is caring for a client who has a tracheostomy. Which ofthe following interventions should the nurse implement whenperforming tracheostomy care?
a. Use aseptic technique.
b. Clean the inner cannula with mild soap and water.
c. Secure new tracheostomy ties before removing old ones.
d. Apply suction when inserting the catheter. - A nurse is preparing to suction a client who has atracheostomy. Identify the sequence of actions the nurse shouldtake.
a. Check the function of the suction canister.
b. Assess for secretion clearance.
c. Insert the catheter without suction.
d. Adjust the suction.
e. hyperoxygenate the client
f. Don sterile gloves
g. Apply suction while rotating the catheter. - What are indications of need for suctioning?
- Name 2 potential complications of suctioning and how each couldbe avoided.
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