A Mechanically Ventilated Patient with an Endotracheal Tube in the Critical

question 24

Multiple Choice

A mechanically ventilated patient with an endotracheal tube in the critical care unit is being actively weaned and is off sedation medication.As he begins to wake up for the first time since his admission, he becomes increasingly agitated, pulling at his gown, kicking his feet, and grimacing.The nurse responds to the situation by

• A) medically treating the patient to sedate him again.
• B) putting him in restraints because his issues are behavioral.
• C) telling him to stop moving around before he extubates himself.
• D) quickly providing emotional comfort to reduce the patient's anxiety and telling him simple facts to help him understand the situation.

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