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Progressive Care Nursing PCCN Exam Prep

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A patient was put on ventilator after doing a tracheostomy. What points are considered during the care of a tracheostomy patient?
  1. Continuous monitoring of vital signs
  2. Respiratory status to ensure patency
  3. Regular suctioning of secretions
  4. All of the above
Explanation
Answer- D - All of the above are considered during the care of a tracheostomy patient. Tracheostomy, a surgical tracheal opening which is used for mechanical ventilation. Tracheostomy tube is inserted in the tracheal opening to provide a conduit which maintains the opening. All of the factors listed are to be considered when caring for a tracheostomy patient.
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