Tracheotomy Dressing Procedure

What is the primary purpose of a tracheotomy dressing?

• To protect the tracheostomy site

• To assist in breathing

• To prevent infection

• To provide comfort.

A tracheotomy dressing is used to cover the ______.

• wound

• tracheostomy site

• incision

• bandage

What is one of the purposes of tracheostomy care?

• Clean the stoma, outer tube, and peristoma.

• Observe the patient's diet.

• Administer medication.

• Perform a blood test.

Which of the following is required for a medical dressing procedure?

• Bandage

• Dressing set

• Scissors

• Cotton

What is the first step in the tracheostomy care procedure?

• Soak the inner tube

• Unlock and remove the inner tube

• Perform suctioning

• Remove soiled dressing

What is the first step in the tracheostomy care procedure?

• Clean the stoma

• Assess stoma and peristoma

• Apply keyhole dressing

• Place sterile towel on patient's chest.

Fill in the blank: After a tracheostomy, it is important to monitor _______ status regularly and frequently.

• respiratory

• cardiac

• digestive

• neurological

What is the purpose of continuing reassurance after a tracheostomy?

• To increase anxiety

• To ensure patient comfort

• To avoid communication

• To delay observation