The nurse is caring for a patient with an endotracheal tube.What interventions will the nurse implement? (Select all that apply.)
A)Change or clean all respiratory therapy equipment every 24 hours.
B)Turn and reposition the patient every 2 hours.
C)Provide constant airway humidification.
D)Encourage intake of fruits and vegetables.
E)Elevate the head of the bed.

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Nursing interventions for the patient with an endotracheal tube include turning and repositioning every 2 hours for maximal ventilation and lung expansion,constant airway humidification and elevation of the head of the bed to assist with ventilation.Equipment should be changed or cleaned at least every 8 hours.Patients with endotracheal tubes are allowed nothing by mouth (NPO).It is necessary to provide parenteral or enteral nourishment.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with an Endotracheal