Which of the following techniques or procedures should be used to help minimize infection of a tracheotomy stoma?
1. Regular aseptic stoma cleaning
2. Adherence to sterile techniques
3. Regular change of tracheostomy dressings
a. 1 and 2 only
b. 1 and 3 only
c. 2 and 3 only
d. 1, 2, and 3
ANS: D
Good tracheostomy care, including aseptic cleaning of the stoma with sterile normal saline or half strength hydrogen peroxide, should be carried out routinely.
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