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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Definitions:

Preserve Confidentiality

To protect information from being disclosed to unauthorized parties, ensuring that privacy and secrecy are upheld.

Litigation File

The collection of documents, evidence, and correspondence related to a specific legal case being prepared for or undergoing litigation.

Research Results

The findings or outcomes derived from systematic investigation aimed at discovering new knowledge or understanding.

Correspondences

Written communication or exchanges between parties, often formal and pertaining to professional, legal, or official matters.