Tracheostomy and Laryngectomy Care of the Adult

Purpose

To improve the knowledge and skills of practitioners in person centred care and management of the adult with a tracheostomy or a laryngectomy. 

Learning Outcomes

• Outline the altered anatomy and physiology of the upper respiratory tract.
• Discuss the NTSP guidelines for the management of the adult with a tracheostomy or laryngectomy.
• Apply, the routine care of the adult with a tracheostomy or laryngectomy, through simulated practice.
• Simulate the recognition, assessment and management of emergency situations for an adult with a tracheostomy or laryngectomy using the NTSP algorithms.
• Outline the management of potential complications of a tracheostomy or laryngectomy.

Audience

Any Registered Nurse or AHP working with a patient with a Tracheostomy or Laryngectomy.

Method

Face to face delivery

Supervised Practice

Following this theoretical component, the participant must engage with an appropriate skilled practitioner in their clinical area, to further develop a greater knowledge and understanding of this person-centred care activity. This will involve supervised practice which should be completed within 12 weeks to consolidate learning and application to practice. It is the responsibility of the individual participant to complete this activity and to confirm completion with their line manager.

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