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Trach Foley Ostomy
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Tracheostomy Care | Clean stoma with saline, use pre-cut gauze, secure ties (one finger tight), provide communication aids. |
| Tracheostomy Suctioning | Hyperoxygenate, insert catheter without suction, apply suction while withdrawing (max 10 sec). |
| Chest Tube Drainage | Collection chamber (drainage), water-seal chamber (tidaling), suction control chamber (gentle bubbling). |
| Chest Tube Emergency | If dislodged, cover site with petrolatum gauze; if disconnected, submerge end in sterile water. |
| Foley Catheter Insertion | Sterile technique, lubricate, insert until urine flows, advance 1-2 inches, inflate balloon with sterile water. |
| Condom Catheter | External urinary device for male incontinence; change daily, ensure snug but not tight fit. |
| Suprapubic Catheter | Inserted surgically into bladder above pubic bone; lower infection risk than urethral catheter. |
| Enema Administration | Left Sims position, lubricated tip inserted 3-4 inches, bag 12-18 inches above anus, administer slowly. |
| Ostomy Pouching | Measure stoma, cut wafer 1/8 inch larger, apply skin barrier, empty pouch when 1/3 to 1/2 full. |