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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