Tracheostomy Care Training

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About Course

Tracheostomy Care Training is designed to provide healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills required to safely care for patients with a tracheostomy tube. The course covers topics such as tracheostomy tube management, emergency response, infection control, and how to provide ongoing support for patients with a tracheostomy.

 

What Will You Learn?

  • What a tracheostomy is and when it is required.
  • The different types of tracheostomy tubes and their components.
  • The correct procedures for tracheostomy care, including cleaning and suctioning.
  • How to identify and manage potential complications such as blockages or infections.
  • The importance of effective communication with patients who have a tracheostomy.
  • Handling emergency situations such as accidental dislodgement or tube blockages.

Material Includes

  • Tracheostomy Care Procedure Guidebook.
  • Hands-on training demonstration tools (e.g. dummy tracheostomy models, cleaning kits).
  • Certificate of Completion, valid for 3 years.

Requirements

  • Comfortable clothing for practical activities.
  • An understanding of basic respiratory care and infection control is beneficial but not mandatory.
  • A willingness to participate in hands-on training exercises.

Audience

  • Nurses, healthcare assistants, respiratory therapists, and allied health professionals working with patients who have a tracheostomy.
  • Home care providers and support workers for individuals with a tracheostomy.
  • Family members or caregivers of patients requiring tracheostomy care.

Course Content

Session 1: Understanding Tracheostomy and its Role in Care

  • What is a tracheostomy?
  • Indications for a tracheostomy and common patient conditions.
  • Types of tracheostomy tubes, materials, and components.

Session 2: Performing Tracheostomy Care

Session 3: Monitoring and Recognising Complications

Session 4: Emergency Response and Patient Support

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