A Client Is Having a Temporary Tracheostomy Placed During Surgery

question 8

Multiple Choice

A client is having a temporary tracheostomy placed during surgery for oral cancer.What action by the nurse is best to relieve anxiety?

• A) Agree on a postoperative communication method.
• B) Explain that staff will answer the call light promptly.
• C) Give the client a Magic Slate to write on postoperatively.
• D) Reassure the client that you will take care of all of his or her needs.

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