You are responding to a patient with a tracheostomy tube who is weak and has a fever. In this situation, you can assume:
A) the patient cannot speak.
B) the tracheostomy tube is below the larynx.
C) the patient is ventilator dependent.
D) the tracheostomy tube is permanent.
Question 2
An advantage to asking the patient close-ended questions is a(n):
A) opportunity to get a detailed response from the patient.
B) ability to get medical information very quickly.
C) chance to get a significant amount of information.
D) opportunity for the patient to elaborate about his medical complaint.
The patient interview often requires note taking.
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