Tracheostomy Care Awareness
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Learning Aims and Outcomes
Course Title: Tracheostomy Care
Course length – 3 hours
Maximum number to attend - 12
This course is aimed at all staff working within the Health and Social Care sector who are involved in the day to day care of individuals with a tracheostomy in situ.
The course has a theoretical aspect followed by a practical session which includes suctioning.
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Learning Outcome |
Assessment Criteria |
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Anatomy and Physiology
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· Identify and understand anatomy and physiology of the neck. |
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Indications
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· Describe the indications for a tracheostomy |
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Complications
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· List the possible complications of having a tracheostomy. |
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Different types of tracheostomy
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· Identify the different types of tracheostomy tube and how to clean the inner tube. |
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Communication
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· Explain how to overcome challenges with communication. |
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Emergency Care |
· State the actions required in an emergency |
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Suctioning
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· Feel confident to carry out suctioning of a tracheostomy.
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Humidification |
· Understand the need and practice of humidification. |
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Care of tracheostomy site |
· Correctly clean and dress a tracheostomy site. |
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Practical session |
· The delegates will observe a demonstration followed by individuals practicing on a manikin. |
At the end of the training session, there is a written assessment to evidence the learning of the attendees.
This course can be tailored to the bespoke needs of the customer. Please speak to a member of the sales team for further details.
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Do you bring equipment?
We bring all required equipment with us
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How long do certificates last
Please See the Individual courses, on how long certificates last
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Do your trainers come to us?
Our Trainers can provide training at your venue. Or you can come to our fully equipped training rooms.