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 tracheostomy comprehension and revolutionizes tracheostomy education. This versatile tracheostomy trainer can demonstrate…
There are many challenges to caring for a patient with a tracheostomy once discharged to the community, including limited literature on caring for these 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…
Multidisciplinary tracheostomy teams have been shown to improve outcomes for patients with tracheostomy. Patients with tracheostomy are at high risk for preventable adverse events as…
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…
When I found out I was pregnant with my second child, I envisioned myself as being more relaxed than with my first. I would cherish…
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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