When Inflating the Cuff on a Tracheostomy Tube to the Appropriate

question 13

Multiple Choice

When inflating the cuff on a tracheostomy tube to the appropriate level, the best action by the nurse will be to

• A) check the pilot balloon after inflation to ensure that it is firm.
• B) use a manometer to ensure cuff pressure is at an appropriate level.
• C) check the amount of cuff pressure ordered by the health care provider.
• D) fill the balloon until minimal air leakage around the cuff is auscultated.

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Menopause

The natural cessation of menstruation that typically occurs in women in their late 40s to 50s, marking the end of reproductive ability.

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