Role of the Family after Tracheostomy
When a loved one receives news that a tracheostomy is needed, it can be scary. There are many questions you may have about the tracheostomy…
When a loved one receives news that a tracheostomy is needed, it can be scary. There are many questions you may have about the tracheostomy…
Receiving news that you or a loved one may need a tracheostomy tube can be scary. How long will it be needed? What will life…
There are not many children’s books relating to tracheostomy. A tracheostomy is a tube that is placed to help someone breathe. A ventilator can be…
What is a tracheoesophageal fistula? A tracheoesophageal fistula is an abnormal connection between the trachea (airway) and the esophagus (food pipe). This can result in…
The ClearView Tracheostomy Trainer is an interactive model that addresses the difficulties in understanding tracheostomy and revolutionizes tracheostomy education. This versatile tracheostomy trainer can demonstrate…
Flexible endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES) is often performed by speech-language pathologists and is an ideal assessment for patients with tracheostomy and mechanical ventilation. Patients…
The Blom Tracheostomy Tube System (Pulmodyne) is a specialized tracheostomy tube which can allow adults to vocalize either with the cuff inflated or deflated. This…
A tracheostomy manikin can be used for a simulation experience in order to train clinicians, patients and families on tracheostomy management and care. There are…
There are many types of laryngectomy HMEs on the market as well as other humidification options for patients with laryngectomy. First, it’s important to understand…
If you work with ventilators than you have heard a ventilator alarm before. Ventilators incorporate monitors and alarms to alert care providers to changes in…
Tracheomalacia is a structural abnormality of the tracheal cartilage allowing collapse of its walls and airway obstruction. The trachea is made up of 16 to 20…
Respiratory therapists play a crucial role in airway management including tracheostomy and mechanical ventilation management. Ideally, RTs work as part of an interdisciplinary team to…
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