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Covid-19

COVID-19 Tracheostomy and Mechanical Ventilation: Updated 5/17/2020

The 2019 novel corona virus COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in an increase in patients intubated and use of mechanical ventilation. The United States and globally, we are likely to see an increase in tracheostomy as well, as patients may have difficulty weaning and require longer periods of time on a vent. COVID-19 also has implications for healthcare workers, as there are shortages with workers becoming ill from the virus. Infection control is paramount in controlling the outbreak and protecting patients, healthcare workers and the community

ndepalma March 25, 2020
cuffed versus cuffless tracheostomy tube
Tracheostomy Care

Cuffed versus Cuffless Tracheostomy Tubes

Cuffed versus cuffless tracheostomy. Explains the purpose of a cuffed tracheostomy and when to deflate the cuff or switch to a cuffless tracheostomy tube.

ndepalma November 2, 2019
Tracheostomy Care

Tracheostomy Tube Cuff Management

Complications can occur if the tracheostomy tube cuff is not managed properly. Ensure proper cuff inflation by measuring cuff pressures with cuff manometry.

ndepalma June 11, 2019
Mechanical Ventilation

Early Mobilization

Early mobilization is an important part of the rehabilitation process for individuals with tracheostomy in order to strengthen the patient and mobilize secretions.

ndepalma June 5, 2019
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secretion management

Respiratory Muscle Strength Training

Respiratory muscle strength training can be beneficial for patients with tracheostomy and mechanical ventilation to improve cough, swallowing and vent weaning.

ndepalma June 5, 2019
secretion management

Cuff Deflation

Deflating the cuff of the tracheostomy tube has many benefits, but must be done with caution.

ndepalma June 5, 2019
Tracheostomy Care

Tracheostomy Tube Changes

Although tracheostomy tube changes are relatively simple and easy procedures, it should only be changed by someone who is trained and competent to do so.

ndepalma June 5, 2019
Stoma care
Tracheostomy Care

Stoma Care

Stoma care is an important part of the standard of care for individuals with a tracheostomy to reduce the potential of infection.

ndepalma May 31, 2019
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This information has been collected and designed to help in clinical management, the authors do not accept any responsibility for any harm, loss or damage arising from actions or decisions based on the information contained within this website and associated publications. Ultimate responsibility for the treatment of patients and interpretation of these materials lies with the medical practitioner / user. The opinions expressed are those of the authors. The inclusion in this publication of material relating to a particular product or method does not amount to an endorsement of its value, quality, or the claims made by its manufacturer.

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