When taking a radiograph of a patient with a new tracheostomy in the diagnostic imaging department,which of the following precautions must be observed?
1)Monitor patient closely for respiratory distress
2)Ensure that suction equipment is available and functioning
3)Do not unfasten the ties holding the tube in place

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Patients with new tracheostomies need to be monitored closely and suctioned often to keep the tube free of secretions. If these patients are brought to the diagnostic imaging department, they are usually accompanied by a nurse who can perform the suctioning. The ties holding the tube should not be unfastened because a sudden cough could dislodge the tube.

When Taking a Radiograph of a Patient with a New