What Is the Primary Indication for Tracheostomy

question 41

Multiple Choice

What is the primary indication for tracheostomy?

• A)when a patient loses pharyngeal or laryngeal reflexes
• B)when a patient has a long-term need for an artificial airway
• C)when a patient has been orally intubated for more than 24 hours
• D)when a patient has upper airway obstruction due to secretions

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Definitions:

Tertiary Prevention

Actions taken to manage symptoms or prevent further harm in patients already suffering from a disease or injury.

Injury Prevention

The efforts and practices aimed at preventing or reducing the risk of injuries, often through education, environmental changes, and policy implementation.

Secondary

Pertaining to the next level of importance or development, often used in education to describe high schools.

Mistreated Children

Children who have experienced physical, emotional, or sexual abuse, or neglect by caregivers.