The nurse is caring for a patient with an endotracheal tube (ET). Which of the following nursing interventions is contraindicated? a) Ensuring that humidified oxygen is always introduced through the tube b) Deflating the cuff prior to tube removal c) Deflating the cuff routinely d) Checking the cuff pressure every 6 to 8 hours
The nurse is caring for a patient with an endotracheal tube (ET). Which of the following nursing interventions is contraindicated?
a) Ensuring that humidified oxygen is always introduced through the tube
b) Deflating the cuff prior to tube removal
c) Deflating the cuff routinely
d) Checking the cuff pressure every 6 to 8 hours