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Department of Anesthesiology College of Medicine
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Clinical Overview

Tracheostomies

*Please take the quiz below the video to receive credit.

Objectives

  1. Discuss the purpose and indications of a tracheostomy
  2. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages to a tracheostomy
  3. Review the different types of tracheostomies
  4. Identify early and late complications associated with tracheostomy placement
  5. Review the management of patient with a tracheostomy
  6. Review the role of IMT
  7. Discuss the criteria for a patient to be considered for decannulation

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Quiz

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Name*
1) True or False: When using a PMV, the cuff should be inflated*
2) What is the most fatal complication of a tracheostomy?*
3) List the steps in order of percutaneous tracheostomy placement*
4) Which of the following is considered a disadvantage of a tracheostomy*
5) Which of the following is a maneuver used to aid in controlling a tracheoinominate fistula bleed?*
6) What type of tracheostomy tube has one or multiple holes located in it to aid with phonation for patients that have difficulty with using a PMV?*
7) What is the most common complication associated with intubations?*
8) Which of the following is NOT an indication for a tracheostomy?*
9) True or False: Placement of a tracheostomy is better placed earlier rather than later*
10) What is the minimal amount of pressure that is needed when inflating the cuff of a tracheostomy?*