Which of the following approaches may be used in "weaning" a patient from a tracheostomy tube? 1. Using progressively smaller tubes 2. Using a fenestrated tube 3. Using a tracheostomy button

a. 1 and 2 only
b. 1 and 3 only
c. 2 and 3 only
d. 1, 2, and 3


ANS: D
Weaning is accomplished by using fenestrated tubes, progressively smaller tubes, or tracheostomy buttons.

Health Professions

You might also like to view...

The loss of muscle tone results in:

A) rigidity. B) spasticity. C) paresthesia. D) flaccidity.

Health Professions

Tlv/cl ________________________________________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Health Professions

The elution methods best suited for cold-reactive antibodies include all of the following except

a. Digitonin acid b. Landsteiner and Wiener heat c. Lui's freeze-thaw d. Sonication

Health Professions

In most body parts, pairs of landmarks can be identified to visualize true lines for rotation when positioning.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

Health Professions