Airway Management Post Test

A nurse for a patient who has a tracheostomy tube with an inner cannula in place. Which of the following supplies should be used to dry the inner cannula of the patient's tracheostomy tube after cleaning it ?

A nurse is caring for a patient who has a cuffed endotracheal (ET) tube in place ? Which of the following is an appropriate component of ET care for this patient?

A nurse is preparing to suction secretions from the mouth of a patient who has dysphagia. Which of the following is the appropriate suction device or method for the nurse to use ?

A nurse is suctioning a patient's airway using in-line suctioning. When using this method, it is appropriate for the nurse to:

A nurse is performing a chest physiotherapy for a patient who needs help mobilizing and expectorating thick pulmonary secretions. To increase the turbulence of the air the patient exhales, the nurse should use which of the following techniques ?

A nurse is preparing to perform endotracheal (ET) tube care and plans to use tape to secure the tube. Which of the following is an appropriate preparatory action for this procedure ?

A nurse is caring for a patient who sustained trauma to his head and neck and will require long-term airway support. Which of the following devices will be required for home health care for this patient ?

A nurse is caring for a patient who has a tracheostomy tube in place. During tracheostomy care, which of the following should the nurse place underneath the flanges of the outer cannula ?