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Trach and Vent Articles
Blom Tracheostomy Tube The Blom Tracheostomy Tube is a revolutionary tracheostomy tube that allows adult ventilator dependent patients the ability to speak, regardless of cuff status. Patients are able to speak with a clear voice, with the cuff inflated. This is different from the Passy-Muir Speaking Valve (PMV). The PMV requires full cuff deflation and… read more
Mechanical Ventilation It is important for speech-language pathologists to understand the different modes in mechanical ventilation. Individuals require mechanical ventilation for different reasons. It is used for individuals with respiratory failure who are unable to breathe on their own. Different modes in mechanical ventilation help to determine how far along in the weaning process a… read more
Sample of a tracheostomy weaning protocol. Patients with tracheostomy tubes benefit from multidisciplinary tracheostomy weaning protocols.
Removal of a tracheostomy tube is decided by a medical doctor. However, the input of several members of the patients care-team are important for safe and effective removal. Optimally, the clinician will work as a team member with a variety of health care practitioners, including physicians, respiratory care practitioners, nurses, rehabilitation personnel, registered dieticians, social… read more
STANDARDS OF CARE/PRACTICE ONE WAY SPEAKING VALVE PASSY-MUIR VALVE VENT-DEPENDENT PATIENT ISSUE DATE: NO.: RCS- 605 REVISION DATE(S): Page 1 of 4 JCAHO STANDARDS/DHS REGULATION: REVIEW DATE(S): CROSS REFERENCES: DESCRIPTION The Passy-Muir Valve is a specialized one way speaking vavle that attaches to the hub of the tracheostomy tube or swivel adapter. STANDARD OF… read more
STANDARDS OF CARE/PRACTICE ONE WAY SPEAKING VALVE PASSY-MUIR VALVE ISSUE DATE: NO.: RCS- 605 REVISION DATE(S): Page 1 of 4 JCAHO STANDARDS/DHS REGULATION: REVIEW DATE(S): CROSS REFERENCES: DESCRIPTION The Passy-Muir Valve is a specialized one way speaking vavle that attaches to the hub of the tracheostomy tube or swivel adapter. STANDARD OF CARE The… read more
TRACHEOSTOMY AND VENTILATER DEPENDENT PATIENTS Terms used for the trach and/or vent dependent patient: Artificial Airway An artificial airway may be needed if a patient is unable to move air into and out of the lungs effectively. It is indicated to maintain a patent, or open, airway. Artificial airways are also necessary when a patient… read more
