Advanced Airway Management and Emergency Intervention Quiz

Suctioning and turning the head to the side can help clear the airway of food or vomit.

Intubation is a procedure where a tube is placed into the trachea to establish an airway.

An emergency cricoidectomy may be necessary to open the airway in cases of blood clots blocking the upper airway.

Nasal packing is used to control bleeding in the nasal passages, which may be a source of upper airway obstruction.

Stroke can cause enlargement of tissues and angioedema, which can lead to upper airway obstruction.

Surgical intervention may be needed to remove a tumor or treat an infection that is causing pressure on the airway.

A sedative can decrease the gag reflex, making it easier to insert an oral airway.

An oral airway is used for patients who are anesthetized and have no gag reflex, or who are biting on the endotracheal tube (ETT).

The nurse plays a crucial role in ensuring that all necessary equipment is readily available for the endotracheal tube (ETT) placement procedure.

Positive end expiratory pressure (PEEP) keeps the alveoli open during exhalation, reducing the need for excess oxygen.

Barotrauma (lung injury) and pneumothorax (collapsed lung) are potential complications associated with using positive end expiratory pressure (PEEP).

Sedation helps to reduce agitation and decrease the work of breathing, making ventilator management more effective.

The nurse's primary role during endotracheal tube (ETT) insertion is to monitor pulse oximetry, a critical indicator of oxygen levels.

A tracheostomy bypasses the upper airway, making it more stable and less prone to displacement compared to an endotracheal tube (ETT).

A fenestrated tracheostomy tube allows the patient to eat and drink when they are stable, as it provides a channel for airflow.

The inner cannula in a fenestrated tracheostomy tube is removable for cleaning and to remove mucus plugs that can obstruct the airway.

An 8mm size tracheostomy tube is a common size for adult patients.

Pneumothorax (collapsed lung) is NOT directly associated with tracheostomy.

Maintaining the head of bed at 30 degrees is an important early intervention for tracheostomy care, as it helps with drainage and breathing.

The nurse primarily monitors and assesses the respiratory status of a patient with a tracheostomy, as this is crucial to their well-being.