The nurse is caring for a client with a longstanding permanent tracheostomy that has been in place for several years in order to provide mechanical ventilation
Which type of tracheostomy does the nurse anticipate this client may have based on the health history?
1. Uncuffed tracheostomy
2. Cuffed tracheostomy
3. Fenestrated tracheostomy
4. Uncuffed or fenestrated tracheostomy
Correct Answer: 2
Cuffed tracheostomy tubes are essential when the client requires mechanical ventilation because they provide a seal so that air does not leak when the ventilator provides a breath. The client with a long-term tracheostomy who does not require mechanical ventilation would be likely to have an uncuffed tube.
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