Pr-023697 Tracheostomy Tubes, Speaking Valves and Plugs

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Type

Presentation

Credit

No

Description

This module covers tracheostomy tubes, speaking valves, and plugs and what you need to know when working ... show more

Objectives

  • Identify the parts of a tracheostomy tube
  • Describe the function of a tracheostomy tube
  • Identify commonly used tracheostomy tubes at Good Samaritan Hospital
  • Identify benefits/contra-indications for using a speaking valve on a tracheostomy tube
  • Describe how to place and remove a speaking valve
  • Describe how a tracheostomy plug functions

Fees

Free

Faculty

Julie Diblasio julie.diblasio@medstar.net

Organization

MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital