A patient needs to have a tracheostomy placed for laryngeal cancer compromising the airway. What would be a priority for PRE-OP nursing interventions?
A. Establishing a form of communication with the patient post-op.
B. Explaining the risks and benefits of the surgery.
C. Using therapeutic communication to comfort the patient and reduce anxiety.
D. Showing the patient photographs of other people with a tracheostomy
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A confused patient pulls out the tracheostomy. What is the priority nursing action?
A. Maintain patency of the tracheostomy by inserting an obturator.
B. Call a code blue.
C. Monitor the oxygen level and VS.
D. Page the doctor stat.
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