Catherine Hooper-Stephens

Tracheostomy care

Introducing the TRACHES Checklist for Adults in Hospital
Reducing Adverse Outcomes
Airway access using a tracheostomy
Anatomy of the upper airway
Reasons for a tracheostomy
Components of a tracheostomy tube
Routine weaning from a tracheostomy
Difference between a Tracheostomy and Laryngectomy
Tapes and Dressings
Red flags
Assessment of the Inner Tube
Humidification and Oxygen therapy
Maximising a patient’s communication
Cuff deflation and speaking valves
Above cuff vocalisation (ACV)
Swallowing problems

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