The nurse is caring for a patient with an endotracheal tube (ET). Which of the following nursing interventions is contraindicated?

The nurse is caring for a patient with an endotracheal tube (ET). Which of the following nursing interventions is contraindicated?



a) Checking the cuff pressure every 6 to 8 hours


b) Ensuring that humidified oxygen is always introduced through the tube


c) Deflating the cuff prior to tube removal


d) Deflating the cuff routinely



Answer: Deflating the cuff routinely


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