Tracheostomy Care Kit Safecare

Description

A tracheostomy care kit is a set of supplies used to care for a tracheostomy, which is a surgically created opening in the windpipe (trachea).
Tracheostomy tube: The tracheostomy tube is a hollow tube that is inserted into the tracheostomy opening to keep it open and allow the person to breathe.
Inner cannula: The inner cannula is a removable tube that fits inside the tracheostomy tube. It can be removed for cleaning and to suction secretions.
Tracheostomy ties: The tracheostomy ties are used to secure the tracheostomy tube in place.
Gauze: Gauze is used to clean around the tracheostomy opening.
Hydrogen peroxide: Hydrogen peroxide is used to disinfect the tracheostomy opening.
Saline: Saline is used to flush the tracheostomy tube.
Sterile gloves: Sterile gloves are worn to prevent the spread of infection.
Other items that may be included in a tracheostomy care kit include: A tracheostomy brush and suction catheter.