The patient has been decannulated.The chest radiograph indicates atelectasis in the right lower lobe caused by retained secretions.The patient's cough is weak and non-productive.Since the patient needs to be suctioned periodically,which of the following would be best to facilitate suctioning without reinserting the tracheostomy tube?

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Using a tracheostomy button would be best.The tracheostomy button is inserted into the stoma with the distal tip resting just inside the trachea.With the plug or IPPB adapter removed,the airway may be suctioned,facilitating airway management.

The Patient Has Been Decannulated