Intubation is the process of inserting a tube into the trachea (windpipe) in order to establish an airway for mechanical ventilation. This creates a passageway between the patient’s lungs and the ventilator so that air can move in and out of the lungs. In this...
A tracheostomy is a surgical procedure that involves making an incision in the neck in order to create an opening into the trachea. A tracheostomy tube is then inserted into the opening in order to provide an artificial airway to help a patient breathe. In general,...
A tracheostomy is a surgical procedure that involves making an incision in the neck in order to insert a tube into the trachea. This is known as a tracheostomy tube, which is an artificial airway that helps a patient breathe. In this article, we will provide an...
Airway suctioning is a therapeutic procedure that is performed to remove secretions, mucus, or debris from the patient’s airway. It is an important part of respiratory care and is often performed on patients who are unable to clear their own airways. In this...
Airway management is a process used to ensure that a patient is able to breathe and perform gas exchange. It involves suctioning, airway maintenance, establishing an artificial airway, and extubation. It goes without saying that this is a very important topic in the...
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