1.An alert patient whose swallowing reflex is intact is placed into what position in preparation for

1.An alert patient whose swallowing reflex is intact is placed into what position in preparation for suctioning? a. Prone b. Sims c. Semi-Fowler d. Lateral 2. What are two points to remember when caring for a patient with a new tracheostomy in place? a. He or she may be talkative and may need to be suctioned. b. He or she will be anxious and unable to speak. c. He or she will be in the stage of denial and will express anger. d. He or she will be unconscious and will be accompanied by a nurse. 3. When caring for a patient who has a chest tube with water-sealed drainage, what must be
»1.An alert patient whose swallowing reflex is intact is placed into what position in preparation for suctioning? a. Prone b. Sims c. Semi-Fowler d. Lateral 2. What are two points to remember when caring for a patient with a new tracheostomy in place? a. He or she may be talkative and may need to be suctioned. b. He or she will be anxious and unable to speak. c. He or she will be in the stage of denial and will express anger. d. He or she will be unconscious and will be accompanied by a nurse. 3. When caring for a patient who has a chest tube with water-sealed drainage, what must be remembered? Circle all that apply. a. The water seal must be maintained at all times. b. Continuous bubbling into the water-sealed chamber is an indication that all is well. c. The tubing may be clamped if necessary. d. Most patients with chest tubes complain of respiratory distress. e. Never lift the drainage system above the patient’s chest. 4. Signs and symptoms that indicate a patient needs to be suctioned are (circle all that apply): a. Audible rattling and gurgling sounds from the patient’s throat b. Gagging c. Breathing with difficulty d. Profuse vomiting in a patient who cannot voluntarily change positions 5. When caring for a patient who has a tissue drain in place: a. Disregard these drains because they are not the radiographer’s concern. b. Prevent tension on the drain and use surgical aseptic technique if in direct contact with the drain. c. Measure intake and output from the drain. d. Remove the drain because it will impede the success of the radiograph.