Tracheostomy care kit is a preassembled set of sterile, single use equipment that are required for tracheostomy care. These kits consist of three rigid sections for cleaning, soaking and rinsing respectively.
Contents of tracheostomy care kits
- Pre-sewn trach dressing
- Gauze sponges
- Pipe cleaners
- One cleaning brush
- Cotton-tipped applicators
- 32” twill tape
- Plastic forceps
- French suction catheter
- 10cc syringe
- Latex gloves
- Hydrogen peroxide
Things to keep in mind when performing tracheostomy maintenance
- Do not forget to keep all the supplies required for tracheostomy care near the bed before starting the procedure. It is advisable to use pre-packaged tracheostomy kits containing gauze pads, cotton tip applicators, dressings, and Hydrogen Peroxide, NACL solution (0.9%), suction kit, and sterile gloves. Also check the Velcro strap that hold the tracheostomy tube in place. Replace if it is soiled.
- It must be ensured that the patient is pre-oxygenated with 100% oxygen before suctioning. The patient should be calm during the procedure. If he/she is agitated a sedative should be given or the procedure must be reschedule for a later time. Post tracheostomy pain medications are given to the patients to help them adapt to the tracheostomy tube.
- After the tracheostomy care procedure is completed the soiled dressings and other supplies used during the procedure must be discarded in a biohazard container to maintain hygiene. Pain medications must be given if necessary.
Complications of Tracheostomy care
Tracheostomy care and maintenance is a benign procedure. There is a risk that the tube may be accidentally removed or the airway lost. Seek for emergency medical help in any such situation. Try the Amsino AMSure Tracheostomy Clean And Care Tray, CareFusion AirLife Tracheostomy Kit or the Cardinal Health Tracheostomy Care Set with Three-Compartment Tray for effective tracheostomy care.
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