A patient with a tracheostomy tube (TT) is being discharged home with a ventilator, which he uses only during the night, without supplemental oxygen. During the day he uses a speaking valve
Which of the following equipment must he have in his home?
1. Suctioning equipment
2. Oxygen concentrator
3. Second mechanical ventilator
4. Manual resuscitator bag
a. 1 and 3 only
b. 1 and 4 only
c. 2, 3, and 4 only
d. 1, 2, 3, and 4
ANS: B
The patient does not use oxygen; therefore, an oxygen concentrator is not necessary. Also, be-cause the patient uses the ventilator only at night, a second ventilator is not necessary. Suctioning equipment and a self-inflating manual resuscitator bag are necessary for any patient with a TT.
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