The Preceptor Is Working with a New Nurse to Provide

question 2

Multiple Choice

The preceptor is working with a new nurse to provide care for a patient with a new tracheostomy.Which actions by the new nurse indicate need for additional teaching about the procedure? (Select all that apply. )

• A) The outer cannula is cleaned with the brush and half-strength H₂O₂.
• B) The new tracheostomy holder is secured before the old soiled one is removed.
• C) A Yankauer suction catheter is used to remove secretions from the patient's mouth.
• D) Sterile gloves are applied before the soiled dressing is removed from the tracheostomy.
• E) Half-strength H₂O₂ is used to remove crusted secretions around the tracheostomy site.

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