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In order to control the cost of suction supplies for a home care patient, which of the following is an acceptable strategy?
 
  a. Wash catheters in detergent and hot water between uses.
  b. Use one catheter per day, and place it in disinfectant between uses.
  c. Save used catheters for resterilization through the autoclave.
  d. Wash catheters in soap and cold water when not in use.

Question 2

Which of the following personnel should be allowed to change a tracheostomy tube on a home care patient? 1. Trained family member 2. Respiratory care practitioner 3. Visiting nurse
 
  a. 1 and 2 only
  b. 2 and 3 only
  c. 1 and 3 only
  d. 1, 2, and 3



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
To prevent bacterial growth, catheters are placed in a disinfecting solution such as hydrogen per-oxide or 2.5 acetic acid between suctioning attempts.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Tube changes should only be performed by the patient's nurse, physician, or respiratory therapist.




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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Gracias!


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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