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The Nurse Is Caring for a Client with an Uncuffed

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The nurse is caring for a client with an uncuffed tracheostomy tube who coughs violently during suctioning and dislodges the tracheostomy tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?


A) Insert the obturator and attempt to reinsert the tracheostomy tube.
B) Position the client in an upright position with the neck extended.
C) Assess the client's oxygen saturation and notify the health care provider.
D) Ventilate the client with a manual bag until the health care provider arrives.

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