The Nurse Is Caring for a Mechanically Ventilated Patient with a Cuffed

question 23

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a mechanically ventilated patient with a cuffed tracheostomy tube.Which action by the nurse would best determine if the cuff has been properly inflated?

• A) Use a manometer to ensure cuff pressure is at an appropriate level.
• B) Check the amount of cuff pressure ordered by the health care provider.
• C) Suction the patient first with a fenestrated inner cannula to clear secretions.
• D) Insert the decannulation plug before the nonfenestrated inner cannula is removed.

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