You are caring for a client diagnosed with enlarged adenoids. What condition is produced by enlarged adenoids?
A) Incrusted mucous membranes
B) Hardened secretions
C) Erosion of the trachea
D) Noisy breathing
D
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Enlarged adenoids may produce nasal obstruction, noisy breathing, snoring, and a nasal quality to the voice. Incrustation of the mucous membranes in the trachea and the main bronchus occurs during the postoperative period following a tracheostomy. The long-term and short-term complications of tracheostomy include airway obstruction. These are caused by hardened secretions and erosion of the trachea.
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