A patient with a tracheostomy tube (TT)is being discharged home with a ventilator,which he uses only during the night,without supplemental oxygen.During the day he uses a speaking valve.Which of the following equipment must he have in his home?
1)Suctioning equipment
2)Oxygen concentrator
3)Second mechanical ventilator
4)Manual resuscitator bag

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The patient does not use oxygen; therefore,an oxygen concentrator is not necessary.Also,because the patient uses the ventilator only at night,a second ventilator is not necessary.Suctioning equipment and a self-inflating manual resuscitator bag are necessary for any patient with a TT.

A Patient with a Tracheostomy Tube (TT)is Being Discharged Home