A tracheostomy tube has just been inserted percutaneously into a patient with a C3 fracture. How much air should the respiratory therapist initially inject into the cuff?
A. Enough to achieve a pressure of 25-35 cmH2O.
B. Enough to achieve a minimal occluding volume.
C. A minimum of 20 mL.
D. Until firm tension is felt in the pilot balloon.
Answer: A. Enough to achieve a pressure of 25-35 cmH2O.
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