Author Question: The nurse is performing tracheostomy care. Which portion of the trach will the nurse use when tying ... (Read 79 times)

abc · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

The nurse is performing tracheostomy care. Which portion of the trach will the nurse use when tying the new trach ties?

1. Inner cannula
2. Outer cannula
3. Obturator
4. Flange

Question 2

The nurse is conducting an in-service on the use of oropharyngeal airways. Which clients would benefit from the use of this type of airway?

Select all that apply.

1. A client who is coming out of general anesthesia
2. A client who has taken an overdose of narcotic medications
3. A client who suffered a traumatic brain injury
4. A client who requires permanent airway support
5. A client who requires mechanical ventilation

CAPTAINAMERICA · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 4

The trach ties attach to the flange. The other choices are incorrect.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1,2,3

Oropharyngeal airways are appropriate for clients who have altered levels of consciousness, including clients who are coming out of general anesthesia, those who have taken an overdose of narcotic medication, and those who have suffered a head injury. A client who requires a permanent airway would benefit from a tracheostomy. A client who requires mechanical ventilation would benefit from endotracheal intubation.