Asked by Booshy Marie on May 02, 2024
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The nurse is caring for an unconscious patient who has an oral airway in place,and who has copious amounts of oral secretions.What may the nurse have to do while caring for this patient? (Select all that apply. )
A) Cleanse the mouth frequently using lemon glycerin swabs.
B) Replace or clean the oral airway.
C) Suction the oral cavity frequently.
D) Keep the airway in place for extended periods.
Oral Airway
A medical device used to keep the airway open by preventing the tongue from covering the epiglottis.
Oral Secretions
Saliva or mucus produced in the mouth, often increased by infection or other medical conditions.
Lemon Glycerin Swabs
Swabs coated with lemon and glycerin used to moisten and cleanse the patient's oral cavity.
- Recognizing symptoms of respiratory distress and strategies for managing airway obstruction.
- Executing the correct procedure for the insertion and selection of the suitable oral airway size in patients.
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Kendall DurrettMay 03, 2024
Final Answer :
B,C
Explanation :
Do not use lemon glycerin swabs for oral care because they are drying to mucosal tissues and promote bacterial growth.The oral airway will have to be removed,cleaned or discarded,and replaced in patients with excessive oral secretions.Frequent suctioning of the oral cavity may be required.Oral airways are not a long-term solution.They can cause significant lip and tongue erosion.
Learning Objectives
- Recognizing symptoms of respiratory distress and strategies for managing airway obstruction.
- Executing the correct procedure for the insertion and selection of the suitable oral airway size in patients.
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