Question

A client with a tracheostomy is alert and oriented and able to tolerate oral intake. Which action would be appropriate to reduce the client's risk of aspiration pneumonia?

Answer 1

"Partially deflate the cuff" will reduce the client's risk of aspiration pneumonia.

Step-by-step explanation:

• The client will find it extremely hard to swallow or talk with an inflated cuff so first thing to do is to deflate it.
• Also making the client to sit in the position such that the chin is flexed little along the chest region by sitting upright will also reduce its risk.

• Regular Monitoring is needed for a wet or garbling sounding voice, and signs of fever for the aspiration pneumonia patient.