Exam Preview for 1014: Care of the Tracheostomy Patient for the Res

Care of the Tracheostomy Patient for the Respiratory Care Practitioner: Part 3

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1. Multidisciplinary team members considered “stakeholders” in the care of the tracheostomy patient include: Speech Language Pathology Social Work Respiratory Care All of the above
2. Which of the following is an example of a "lack of standard" possibly affecting the care of a tracheostomy patient for quality improvement? Days of intubation Initial trach change Decannulation protocols All of the above
3. Which of the following are some goals for quality improvement in tracheostomy care? Team Approach Improved quality of life for patients/families Decreased complications All of the above
4. Virtual care visits, inpatient team rounds, and outpatient trach/vent clinics are examples of: Poor communication methods Lack of care coordination Targets for improvement None of the above
5. Which of the following may involve initial steps to decannulation? Trach downsizing and overnight capping trial observation Poor tolerance of secretions and asynchronized breathing Inability to tolerate cuff deflation and ventilator dependency Complete ventilator dependency and poor pulmonary toilet