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1. First, gather all the necessary equipment, including a tracheostomy tube, tracheostomy dressing, tracheostomy collar, sterile saline solution, and sterile gloves.
2. Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water, and put on the sterile gloves.
3. Carefully remove the old tracheostomy dressing, taking care not to disturb the tracheostomy tube.
4. Clean the area around the tracheostomy site with sterile saline solution and sterile gauze.
5. Gently remove any secretions or crusted material around the tracheostomy tube using sterile gauze or cotton swabs.
6. Replace the tracheostomy tube if needed, following the specific instructions provided by the healthcare professional.
7. Securely fasten the tracheostomy tube in place using the tracheostomy collar.
8. Apply a clean tracheostomy dressing over the tracheostomy site, making sure it covers the tube completely.
9. Check the tracheostomy tube and dressing regularly for any signs of infection or complications.
10. Follow any additional instructions given by the healthcare professional regarding tracheostomy care and maintenance.

Who needs tracheostomy?

1. Tracheostomy is a procedure that involves creating an opening (stoma) in the neck to access the trachea. It is typically recommended for individuals who have a blocked or obstructed airway, difficulty breathing, or problems with clearing secretions from their airway. Some common conditions that may require a tracheostomy include:
2. - Severe respiratory distress or failure
3. - Upper airway obstruction due to tumors, trauma, or infections
4. - Paralysis of the muscles involved in swallowing or breathing
5. - Neurological conditions that affect airway control, such as spinal cord injuries or brainstem damage
6. - Long-term mechanical ventilation
7. - Certain surgical procedures or treatments that require temporary or permanent loss of airway control.
8. The decision to perform a tracheostomy is made by a healthcare professional based on the individual's specific medical condition and needs.

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