T-PIECE: USING FOR SPONTANEOUS BREATHING (WEANING) TRIAL

Course overview

A T-piece (also referred to as a T-tube or Briggs adapter) is a t-shaped, valveless tube fitting that is primarily used to deliver humidified oxygen or air to patients who are spontaneously breathing but are intubated because spontaneous breathing is inadequate. The primary indication for use of a T-piece is for weaning a patient from a mechanical ventilator; this process is commonly referred to as a T-piece trial. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of use of the T-piece in respiratory care. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.