Tracheostomy is a procedure in which a small opening is made in a patient's neck and trachea so they can receive treatment to improve their breathing. Once the surgical opening (stoma) has been created, a tube is inserted into the tracheostomy to keep the opening from becoming obstructed and to administer breathing treatment. To keep the stoma and the tracheostomy tube clean and functioning properly, a
tracheostomy care kit is needed.
Supplies in a Tracheostomy Care Kit: Nebulizers, Sponges & More
Depending on a patient's condition and the application for which their tracheostomy is being used, the equipment in their tracheostomy care kit may vary slightly. Here are a few general products which are likely to be needed in any tracheostomy care kit:
- Tracheostomy Tube Holder- In order to keep a patient's tracheostomy tube secure and in place, a tracheostomy tube holder may be used. Tube holders are available with Velcro hooks to allow for easy attachment and adjustment to fit most patients.
- Tracheostomy Sponge- Like any surgical wound, a tracheostomy site must be cleaned regularly in order to prevent infection. A sterile tracheostomy sponge can be used to clean and dress a stoma.
- Sterile Gloves - When caring for a tracheostomy wound, a pair of disposable sterile gloves should always be worn by the individual performing the job - the care provider or the patient - to protect their hands from contamination and to prevent the spread of pathogens.
- Nebulizer- In the normal breathing process, the mouth and nose naturally humidify and filter the air we breathe. However, this does not occur as usual when a tracheostomy is being used. Thus, steps must be taken to add warmth and moisture to the air in a patient's environment so that their secretions stay thin and they do not experience a mucus buildup. A nebulizer can help maintain an optimal humidity level by delivering humidified gas to the air in a wide range of oxygen concentrations.
Healthcare facilities which perform tracheostomies or care for patients who receive breathing treatments through this method will need to have
tracheostomy supplies on hand. Further, for patients who are sent home with a tracheostomy, instructions should be given on how to use a tracheostomy care kit and which specific supplies are needed.
The Medical Maven: A Reliable Source for Respiratory Care Supplies
For those in need of tracheostomy care kit products, the Medical Maven is a dependable supplier. Offering the lowest prices around on high-quality medical supplies for both healthcare facilities and patients, we have a long record of customer satisfaction.
Our selection of tracheostomy care kit supplies includes:
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