It's important for the nurse to monitor these infants closely and provide appropriate care and

interventions to minimize the risk of complications and promote healthy growth and
development. Quiz: Advanced Tracheostomy Care and Suctioning

1. What is the primary purpose of performing tracheostomy care?

A) To prevent infection around the tracheostomy site
B) To remove secretions and debris from the tracheostomy tube
C) To adjust the position of the tracheostomy tube in the airway
D) To administer medication directly into the tracheostomy tube

2. When performing tracheostomy suctioning, what is the maximum duration for applying
suction to prevent hypoxia?
A) 5 seconds
B) 10 seconds
C) 15 seconds
D) 20 seconds

3. Which of the following techniques is NOT recommended during tracheostomy suctioning to

minimize the risk of trauma to the airway?
A) Applying suction continuously while inserting the catheter
B) Using a catheter size that matches the diameter of the tracheostomy tube
C) Limiting suction pressure to less than 120 mmHg
D) Hyperoxygenating the patient before and after suctioning

4. What should the nurse do if resistance is encountered while advancing the suction catheter
during tracheostomy suctioning?
A) Apply more suction pressure to clear the obstruction.
B) Rotate the suction catheter while gently advancing it.
C) Withdraw the catheter and try again with a larger diameter catheter.
D) Remove the tracheostomy tube and reinsert it.

5. Which of the following is a potential complication of inadequate humidification during

tracheostomy care?
A) Tracheal stenosis
B) Tracheomalacia
C) Tracheoesophageal fistula
D) Tracheoinnominate fistula

Answer Key:
1. B) To remove secretions and debris from the tracheostomy tube
2. B) 10 seconds
3. A) Applying suction continuously while inserting the catheter
4. B) Rotate the suction catheter while gently advancing it.
5. A) Tracheal stenosis