Examine Your Understanding of Extubation and Decannulation Procedures
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Which procedure refers to the removal of an endotracheal tube?

  • Ventilation
  • Extubation (correct)
  • Intubation
  • Decannulation

    • What are the indications for extubation and decannulation?

  • Mechanical ventilatory support is still needed
  • The patient is unable to effectively clear pulmonary secretions
  • Hemodynamic stability is not achieved
  • The underlying condition that led to the need for an artificial airway is reversed or improved (correct)

    • Who can perform the extubation procedure?

  • Only advanced practice nurses
  • Only critical care nurses
  • Only physicians
  • Physicians, advanced practice nurses, and critical care nurses (correct)

    • What is the purpose of extubation and decannulation?

    <p>To remove an endotracheal tube</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is extubation and decannulation considered appropriate?

    <p>When the underlying condition is reversed or improved</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of these is NOT an indication for extubation and decannulation?

    <p>Mechanical ventilatory support is no longer needed (i.e., adequate spontaneous ventilation and oxygenation are achieved or palliative extubation is planned).</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of extubation and decannulation?

    <p>To remove the artificial airway, allowing the patient to breathe through the upper airway.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who can perform the extubation procedure?

    <p>Physicians, advanced practice nurses, including critical care nurses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which procedure refers to the removal of a tracheostomy tube?

    <p>Decannulation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be achieved before considering extubation and decannulation?

    <p>Ability to protect the airway and minimal risk for aspiration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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