When Preparing to Cap the Patient's Tracheostomy Tube with a Speaking

question 2

Multiple Choice

When preparing to cap the patient's tracheostomy tube with a speaking valve,which nursing action is inappropriate before placing the valve?

• A) Suctioning the oropharynx if there are any secretions present
• B) Asking the patient to cough
• C) Suctioning the tracheostomy tube
• D) Deflating the cuffed tracheostomy tube

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