Nurse 220 Exam 2 Study Guide Solved Update
Tracheotomy - ANS-surgical incision in the trachea stoma or opening in trachea tracheostomy purpose - ANS-airway management, provide patent airway Upper airway obstruction Removal of secretions Long-term mechanical ventilation Prevent aspiration What illness or conditions might require a tracheostomy? - ANS-you're unable to cough properly because of long-term pain, muscle weakness or paralysis. you have a serious lung infection, such as pneumonia...
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