Airway Management Post Test- Skills Modules 3.0 Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified

Airway Management Post Test- Skills Modules 3.0 Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified What is the purpose of an incentive spirometer? To encourage deep breathing and prevent atelectasis What is the best indicator that suctioning is effective? Breath sounds are clear and oxygen saturation improves Why should suctioning be done only when necessary? To avoid trauma and hypoxia What is the purpose of a Yankauer suction device? To clear oral secretions in the mouth and pharynx What should be at the bedside of a patient with a tracheostomy at all times? 2 Obturator and extra tracheostomy tube Why must sterile technique be used during tracheostomy suctioning? To prevent infection of the lower airway What is the most reliable way to verify placement of an endotracheal tube after intubation? Check end-tidal CO2 levels What is the purpose of a cuff on an endotracheal or tracheostomy tube? To prevent aspiration and ensure effective ventilation What should a nurse do before suctioning a patient through a tracheostomy tube? Hyperoxygenate the patient How long should each suction pass last during tracheostomy suctioning? No more than 10–15 seconds What is the correct position for a conscious patient who requires oropharyngeal suctioning? 3 Semi-Fowler’s position What should a nurse do if a patient with a tracheostomy becomes cyanotic during suctioning? Stop suctioning and oxygenate the patient Why is humidified oxygen often required with tracheostomy tubes? To prevent thickening and drying of airway secretions What is the first step before inserting a nasopharyngeal airway? Lubricate the airway with water-soluble gel How is the correct size of a nasopharyngeal airway determined? Measure from the tip of the nose to the earlobe What is the main goal of airway management in unconscious patients? Maintain airway patency and support breathing When should tracheostomy care be performed? At least every 8 hours or as needed