The nurse is caring for a client with a tracheostomy tube which was surgically placed 7 days ago. The nurse asks another nurse to assist them with turning the client. As the client is being turned, the tracheostomy tube becomes suddenly dislodged. Which of the following is the next most appropriate action for the nurse to take?

Ramanpreet Kaur Sidhu

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Question

The nurse is caring for a client with a tracheostomy tube which was surgically placed 7 days ago. The nurse asks another nurse to assist them with turning the client. As the client is being turned, the tracheostomy tube becomes suddenly dislodged. Which of the following is the next  most  appropriate action for the nurse to take? 
 
   Ramanpreet Kaur Sidhu   
 
 ID: 137304

Accepted Answer

Attempt to replace the dislodged cannula

Answer

Close the stoma and use a bag and face mask at 100% oxygen

Answer

Ask the practical nurse to seek assistance from another Registered Nurse (RN)

Answer

Place the client in Semi-Fowler's position

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