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A client is postoperative immediately following a total laryngectomy. the client's respirations are 32 breaths/minute, shallow, and noisy. the tracheostomy pad is moist with mucus. pulse oximetry is 88%. the client's eyes are wide open, and the client appears apprehensive. what is a priority nursing concern

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A priority nursing concern is the ineffective clearing of the airway.

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