Tracheostomy management: Patients who have a tracheostomy present many challenges to nurses
Article Abstract:
The procedure for changing a tracheostomy tube differs significantly in standard surgical tracheostomy (SST) and percutaneous tracheostomy (PCT). The tube may initially irritate the trachea, increasing the amount of secretions product, and frequent suctioning may be required. Patients should not feel unpleasant sensations at the site of the tracheostomy if nurses are gentle when suctioning. The aim for the tracheostomy patient is to work towards removal of the tube, and the weaning process enables the patient to become used to upper airway usage.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 1998
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Preparing the patient for tracheostomy tube removal
Article Abstract:
A description is presented of the techniques which should be used to prepare patients for the removal of tubes following a tracheostomy. The risk of nosocomial infection, patient assessment and the weaning process are discussed.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2001
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Adult tracheostomy care
Article Abstract:
This article provides nursing considerations and risks when caring for an adult patient with a tracheostomy. Possible complications from this procedure, emergency care, and types of tracheostomy tubes are described.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2003
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