Tracheostomy & laryngectomy mx

Important information on the management/care of tracheostomies and laryngectomies.

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

Tracheostomy Emergency Airway Algorithm
All-Wales TRACHES Checklist – Education package