Tracheostomy Care, Suctioning & Nursing Care

What is the number one priority for a patient with a new tracheostomy immediately after surgery?

• Checking the tightness of the ties.

• Performing mouth care to prevent infection.

• Changing the inner cannula.

• Changing the dressing.

Why is checking the tightness of tracheostomy ties important?

• To prevent infection.

• To ensure patient comfort.

• To maintain the airway.

• To facilitate dressing changes.

Which of the following is NOT considered a number one priority for a patient with a new tracheostomy?

• Maintaining a patent airway.

• Performing mouth care to prevent infection.

• Checking the tightness of the ties.

• Preventing dislodgement of the tube.

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A patient with a mature tracheostomy (7 days or more) experiences accidental dislodgement of the tube. What is the immediate first action?

• Call for emergency medical assistance.

• Insert a new tracheostomy tube using a curved hemostat.

• Cover the stoma with a sterile occlusive dressing.

• Ventilate the lungs with a bag valve mask over the nose and mouth.

After inserting a new tracheostomy tube for a dislodged mature tracheostomy, what is the next crucial step?

• Perform mouth care.

• Change the inner cannula.

• Cover the stoma with a sterile occlusive dressing and ventilate the lungs with a bag valve mask over the nose/mouth.

• Check the patient's blood pressure.