Question

A client has had a tracheostomy for 2 weeks after a motor vehicle accident. Which task could the RN safely delegate to unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)? A) Teach the client how to cough up secretions B) Changes the tracheostomy trach ties C) Monitor if client has shortness of breath D) Perform routine tracheostomy dressing care The correct answer is D: Perform routine tracheostomy dressing care

Answer 1

Answer:perform routine tracheostomy dressing care

Step-by-step explanation:

This is because Unlicensed assistive personnel are paraprofessionals who assist individuals with mainly health care needs with their activities of daily living They are ONLY trained to function in a supportive role by providing patient/client care activities as DELEGTED by the Registered Nurse.