Anatomy and Physiology
Upper Airway
Larynx
Trachea
Tracheostomy : Indications
Tracheostomy : Surgical
Tracheostomy : Percutaneous
Post – Tracheostomy Complications
The role of the Cuff
Cuff inflation/deflation
Signs/symptoms of cuff leakage
Fenestrated Tracheostomy Tube
Types of Tracheostomy Tubes
Tracheostomy Tube Accessories
Think Trach Care
Indications for Suctioning
Complications Related to Suctioning
S/Sx of Airway Obstruction
Tracheostomy Orders

Documenting on Trach Documentation Form
Evaluating need to suction
Trach Care
Changing Ties
Plan to be prepared
Educate
Terminology
References
Attachments
Physician Order Sheet
Trach Documentation Form