The nurse is caring for a mechanically ventilated patient with a cuffed tracheostomy tube. Which action by the nurse would best determine if the cuff has been properly inflated?
a. Use a manometer to ensure cuff pressure is at an appropriate level.
b. Check the amount of cuff pressure ordered by the health care provider.
c. Suction the patient first with a fenestrated inner cannula to clear secretions.
d. Insert the decannulation plug before the nonfenestrated inner cannula is removed.
Question 2
The nurse plans to teach a patient how to manage allergic rhinitis. Which information should the nurse include in the teaching plan?
a. Hand washing is the primary way to prevent spreading the condition to others.
b. Use of oral antihistamines for 2 weeks before the allergy season may prevent reactions.
c. Corticosteroid nasal sprays will reduce inflammation, but systemic effects limit their use.
d. Identification and avoidance of environmental triggers are the best way to avoid symptoms.
The general survey includes assessing every patient for signs of distress.
Tracheostomy Tube
Patient Teaching Methods Cont.
Patient Education Follow-up Plan
Cyanosis as shown here at the patient’s fingertips results from a lack of oxygen in the tissues
The nurse begins the general survey