2023 Exam 17 Tracheostomy Care/Suctioning

Manifestations of hypoxia - ANSWER-Cyanosis - due to insufficient oxygen in the body Agitation - agitation and restlessness due to neurological changes from poor oxygen exchange What happens with long-term oxygen therapy without humidification? - ANSWER-Cracks in oral mucosa Nasal Cannula - ANSWER-Delivers a relatively low concentration of oxygen, and also has the advantages of relative comfort and no interference with eating and talking A nurse is caring for a pt who sustained trauma to his head and neck and will require long-term airway support. Which devices will be required for home health care for this pt? A. Nasopharyngeal airway B. Oropharyngeal airway C. Endotracheal tube D. Tracheostomy tube - ANSWER-D. Tracheostomy tube Tracheostomy tubes are used for long-term airway support. They are suitable devices for long-term management of airway obstruction. A nurse is caring for a pt who has a tracheostomy tube with an inner cannula in place. Which supplies should the nurse use to dry the inner canula of the pt's tracheostomy tube after cleaning it? A. Paper towels B. Cotton-tipped applicators C. Folded-pipe applicators D. Facial tissue - ANSWER-C. Folded pipe cleaners Pipe cleaners remain intact w/o leaving any particulate matter the pt could aspirate. A nurse is preparing to suction secretions from the mouth of a pt who has dysphagia. Which of the following is appropriate suction device or method for the nurse to use? A. In-line Suctioning B. Yankauer Catheter C. Bulb Syringe D. Open suctioning - ANSWER-B. Yankauer catheter