While Preparing to Feed a Patient with a Tracheostomy Tube

question 7

Multiple Choice

While preparing to feed a patient with a tracheostomy tube connected to mechanical ventilation, a nurse notes that the cuff is deflated. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?

• A) No action is required.
• B) The nurse should check the most recent ABG (arterial blood gas) results.
• C) The nurse should inflate the cuff.
• D) The nurse should listen to breath sounds.

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