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trach care
lpn 141 test 2, trach care
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| what is a trach | a surgical opening in the trachea |
| why is it done | a bypass upper airway obstructin, removal of secretions, long -term mechanical vents |
| how long should they be suctioned | for 10 seconds |
| how large is it | as big as a dime |
| how large should the suction cath be compared to the size of the trach | <.5 the size |
| when should pt be suctioned | when they gurgle, when they are trying to cough, increased RR, decreased o2 sats |
| how often should pt be suctioned | as needed prn |
| what type of suction is closed | ballards |
| is the procedure sterile or clean | sterile |
| do you suction on the way in or out | on the way out (in can be damaging) |
| trach assessment | color, site, cough, dressing |
| when should trach ties be changed | when they are wet or on shower days |
| what as charecteristics of closed | frequant suction, lots of thick secretions |
| what as charecteristics of open | minimal suction need, strong cough, mobile, active |
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jmkettel
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