Which of These Nursing Actions Can the RN Working in a Long-Term

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of these nursing actions can the RN working in a long-term care facility delegate to an experienced LPN/LVN who is caring for a patient with a permanent tracheostomy?

• A) Assessing the patient's risk for aspiration
• B) Suctioning the tracheostomy when needed
• C) Educating the patient about self-care of the tracheostomy
• D) Determining the need for replacement of the tracheostomy tube

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