A client has a new tracheostomy. Which interventions should the nurse include when performing tracheostomy care?

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A client has a new tracheostomy. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include when performing tracheostomy care?

Select one:

a. Remove soiled dressing with sterile gloves.

b. Suction the tracheostomy before beginning care.

c. Change tracheostomy ties when soiled.

d. Clean disposable inner cannula with hydrogen peroxide.

Answer:

The correct answer is: C. Change tracheostomy ties when soiled.

Explanation:

Tracheostomy is a procedure done to patients that have an obstruction in their mouth or throat, and/or have trouble breathing because of swelling, an injury or pulmonary conditions, to open the airway and aid breathing. The opening is made by an incision in the windpipe, then a tube is inserted to keep the incision open.

It is a very common procedure, and both the patient and the nurse need to take good care of the hygiene of the tracheostomy tube.

Option C is correct because tracheostomy ties should be changed when soiled or once a day, securing the new ties before removing the old ones to avoid accidental decannulation.