When preparing to cap the client's tracheostomy tube with a speaking valve, which nursing action is not appropriate before placing the valve?
1. Suctioning the oropharynx if there are any secretions present
2. Asking the client to cough
3. Suctioning the tracheostomy tube
4. Deflating the cuffed tracheostomy tube
Correct Answer: 3
The tracheostomy tube would only be suctioned if indicated; this would not be a routine step to perform at all times. The other steps would routinely be performed prior to capping the tube.
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