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.

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.