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tatyanajohnson

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When teaching an older client about self-medication in the home, an appropriate technique to use is to:
 
  A. Speak very loudly
  B. Teach the family separately
  C. Allow adequate time for questions
  D. Provide fewer but longer teaching sessions

Question 2

When evaluating the client with a tracheostomy in the home, an expected outcome is:
 
  A. A stoma site that is hard to the touch
  B. An inner cannula that is free of secretions
  C. No secretions are obtained from suctioning
  D. Humidity in the atmosphere is reduced



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Answer to Question 1

C
C. Provide frequent pauses so that client can ask questions and express understanding of content.
A. Use short sentences and speak in slow, low-pitched voice.
B. Effective teaching strategies for older adults may include involvement of family member or caregiver.
D. Provide frequent, short teaching sessions.

Answer to Question 2

B
B. Inner cannula free of secretions demonstrates adequate cleaning/suctioning.
A. If stoma site is reddened or hard, with or without drainage, evaluate cleaning regimen for continued use of clean technique. Increase tracheostomy care frequency.
C. Copious colored secretions are present around stoma or when client is suctioned.
D. Evaluate for adequate humidity (use room humidifier or tracheostomy collar humidity).



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