ATI RN
ATI n269 Med Surg Comprehensive Exam Questions
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Question 1 of 5
Which action would the nurse take first for a patient with a tracheostomy who appears anxious and is having difficulty in coughing up thick respiratory secretion?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Suctioning the tracheostomy is the priority action. The patient is unable to clear thick secretions, and suctioning is necessary to remove the obstruction and improve airway patency, which will also alleviate anxiety and improve oxygenation.
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