What is a tracheostomy tube? What is the difference between a fenestrated and a nonfenestrated tracheostomy tube? Watch this video to find out!
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➡ Tracheostomy Tube
A tracheostomy tube is a cylindrical tube that is inserted through an incision in the neck and into the trachea. The tube has a hollow center, which allows air to pass through so that breathing can occur. A tracheostomy tube is indicated when a patient is unable to breathe on their own or when they are in need of longterm mechanical ventilation. The tube helps to keep the airway open so that gas exchange can occur within the lungs.

➡ Fenestrated vs NonFenestrated Tracheostomy Tube
There are a few key differences between fenestrated and nonfenestrated tracheostomy tubes. The primary difference is whether or not the tube has a fenestration, or a small hole, in the side of it.

➡ Fenestrated Tracheostomy Tube
A fenestrated tracheostomy tube has an opening in the side of the tube above the cuff, which allows air to enter so that the patient is able to speak with the tube in place.

➡ NonFenestrated Tracheostomy Tube
A nonfenestrated tracheostomy tube is a type that does not have an opening in the shaft of the tube. This means that air cannot pass through the vocal cords with the tube in place, and as a result, the patient will be unable to speak.

➡ Tracheostomy Tube Parts
All types of tracheostomy tubes are composed of several parts that make up the artificial airway, including:
Inner cannula
Outer cannula
Pilot balloon
Cuff
Flange
Obturator
Fenestration

➡ Tracheostomy Complications
There are a few potential complications that can occur with a tracheostomy, which include:
Infection
Incorrect positioning
Damage to the mucosa
Airflow obstruction
Accidental decannulation
Tracheomalacia
Tracheoesophageal fistula
Pneumomediastinum
Tracheal stenosis
Bleeding

➡ What is Tracheostomy Care?
Tracheostomy care is the process of cleaning and caring for the tracheostomy site to prevent infection and other complications. This includes gentle cleansing of the skin around the stoma, as well as the changing of the tracheostomy tube and inner cannula as needed.

➡ Fenestrated Tracheostomy Tube Suctioning
Tracheostomy tube suctioning is a therapeutic process that helps remove secretions from the trachea with the use of a suction catheter. This helps prevent the accumulation of secretions in the airways, which can lead to an obstruction and difficulty breathing.

➡ Can a Patient Talk with a Tracheostomy Tube in Place?
Whether or not a patient can talk with a tracheostomy tube in place depends on the type of tube that is being used. A fenestrated tracheostomy tube has a small hole in the side of the tube that is placed over the patient’s vocal cords, allowing them to speak.


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⏰TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Intro
0:35 Tracheostomy Tube
1:02 Fenestrated vs NonFenestrated Tracheostomy Tube
1:15 Fenestrated Tracheostomy Tube
1:42 NonFenestrated Tracheostomy Tube
2:16 Tracheostomy Tube Parts
2:41 Tracheostomy Complications
3:16 What is Tracheostomy Care?
3:42 Fenestrated Tracheostomy Tube Suctioning
4:19 Can a Patient Talk with a Tracheostomy Tube in Place?
4:32 Fenestrated Tracheostomy Tube
4:42 Uncuffed Tracheostomy Tube
4:58 Cuffed Tracheostomy Tubes

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