ATI RN
ATI Clinical Exam Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who is 9 days postoperative following a total laryngectomy. The nurse removes the patient's NG tube and initiates oral feedings. Which of the following statements should the nurse make? Which statement should the nurse make post-laryngectomy?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: "Tuck your chin when you swallow so you won't choke." After a laryngectomy, patients have altered anatomy that can affect swallowing. Tucking the chin helps close off the airway during swallowing, reducing the risk of choking. This technique directs the food towards the esophagus instead of the trachea, minimizing the risk of aspiration.
Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because they do not address the specific swallowing precautions needed post-laryngectomy.
Choice A assumes normal swallowing function, which may not be the case.
Choice B is inaccurate as aspiration can still occur post-laryngectomy.
Choice C is not specific to the patient's individual needs and may not be necessary.
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