In Hospital Tracheostomy and Laryngectomy Care for Nurses and AHPs
Duration: 1 Day(s)
CPD Hours: 8
Start Time: 09:15
End Time: 16:30
OVERVIEW
This course provides Nurses and Allied Health Professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely care for the patient with a tracheostomy and laryngectomy in an hospital setting.
It offers an integral view of the day-to-day care needs and emergency management of the patient with a tracheostomy and laryngectomy.
CONTENT
What is a tracheostomy and a laryngectomy?
Anatomy and Physiology
Day to Day Care needs
Humidification
Suctioning
Cuff management
Inner cannulae
Stoma Care
Bedside safety equipment
Oral care
Swallowing
Communication needs
Emotional and psychological needs
Daily checks and documentation
Tube changes
Weaning and decannulation
The role of the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT)
Common complications
Emergency red flags
Emergency management algorithms and bedhead signs
Emergency equipment
AIMS AND OUTCOMES
At the end of this course, Ward Nurses and AHP’s will acquire the knowledge and skills that will make them capable to:
Understand the anatomical positioning of a tracheostomy.
Identify the difference between a tracheostomy and a laryngectomy.
Identify the indications and insertion techniques for a tracheostomy and laryngectomy.
Identify different types of stoma and tracheostomy tubes.
Demonstrate knowledge and recognise the importance of the day-to-day care needs of a patient with a tracheostomy or laryngectomy.
Identify the elements of the Tracheostomy Care Bundle and Best Practice Standards.
Identify relevant safety equipment required, including bedside and emergency equipment.
Understand the main elements of the weaning process and tube changing procedure.
Identify the differences and provide nutritional support to the patient with a tracheostomy.
Identify different methods of communication for a patient with a tracheostomy or laryngectomy.
Provide emotional support and identify the psychological needs of the patient with a tracheostomy and laryngectomy.
Recognise the importance of accurate documentation of the assessment and care provided to the tracheostomy and laryngectomy patient.
Recognise the roles of multidisciplinary team (MDT) to deliver safe effective tracheostomy and laryngectomy
Identify and recognise potential complications and red flags of a patient with a tracheostomy or laryngectomy.
Demonstrate knowledge of the bedhead signs and emergency management algorithm.
