Author Question: Which of these statements about the functions of an endotracheal tube during general anesthesia is ... (Read 69 times)

Beheh · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

Which of these statements about the functions of an endotracheal tube during general anesthesia is TRUE?

a. It prevents the client from vocalizing during surgical procedures.
b. It provides a passage for instillation of medication into the client's trachea.
c. It provides a breathing passage from outside the client to within the client's trachea.
d. It prevents the client from awakening during surgery.

Question 2

An 83-year-old client tells the nurse, My food doesn't taste as good anymore. Which of these responses by the nurse is correct?

a. As we age our taste buds decrease. Experiment with various seasonings, but avoid salt.
b. If your dentures don't fit well, improper chewing could affect your ability to taste food.
c. Try holding your food in your mouth longer to provide increased taste.
d. You may find smaller, more frequent meals to be more satisfying.

nikmaaacs · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
General anesthesia also produces loss of control of vital functions, such as maintaining an airway, breathing, maintaining heart rate, and regulating temperature; these functions are controlled by the anesthesia provider by providing a breathing passage from outside the client to within the client's trachea when general anesthesia is administered.

Answer to Question 2

A
As the body ages, several changes occur in the digestive system: peristalsis decreases, chewing is more difficult, eating and drinking may take longer, and the number of taste buds decreases.