Which statement by a client indicates an accurate understanding of home self-care of a tracheostomy?
a. "The stoma should be left uncovered during the day to dry."
b. "I need to put normal saline in my airway twice daily."
c. "While showering, I need to keep water out of my airway."
d. "I don't need to use tracheostomy ties on a daily basis."
C
The client should put a shield over the tracheostomy to keep water from entering the airway. The airway should remain covered during the day with cotton or foam. Saline should be put in the airway 10 to 15 times daily. Tracheostomy ties should be used daily.
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