A Patient with a Tracheostomy Has a New Order for a Fenestrated

question 23

Multiple Choice

A patient with a tracheostomy has a new order for a fenestrated tracheostomy tube. Which action will be included in the plan of care?

• A) Leave the tracheostomy inner cannula inserted at all times.
• B) Place the decannulation cap in the tube before cuff deflation.
• C) Assess the ability to swallow before using the fenestrated tube.
• D) Inflate the tracheostomy cuff during use of the fenestrated tube.

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Definitions:

Hydrocarbons

Organic compounds composed exclusively of hydrogen and carbon atoms, which can vary in structure, including alkanes, alkenes, and aromatics.

Saturated

Describes a molecule that contains no double or triple carbon-carbon bonds, with all carbon atoms connected by single bonds.

Alkane

A saturated hydrocarbon consisting of carbon and hydrogen atoms with single covalent bonds.

Secondary Carbons

A carbon atom bound to two other carbon atoms within an organic molecule, often influencing the molecule's reactivity and physical properties.