Blunt Force to the Larynx Can Result in a Fracture

question 19

Multiple Choice

Blunt force to the larynx can result in a fracture and impose immediate airway obstruction.These patients are at risk for a lost airway and may require immediate tracheotomy followed by repair of the fracture when the fracture is unstable or displaced.It is also important to consider that a trauma patient is assumed to have a full stomach;thus these patients are at high risk for aspiration and resultant pneumonia.What is an appropriate nursing action in the event of a lost airway after anesthesia induction and before intubation?

• A) Assist the anesthesia provider with securing the airway while applying cricoid pressure.
• B) Assist the anesthesia provider by inserting a nasogastric tube and connecting to suction.
• C) Leave the room to get the emergency tracheostomy tray and trach tubes.
• D) Increase the oxygen delivery and perform a head tilt-chin lift.

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