Tracheostomies

Course overview

A tracheostomy is a surgical procedure that creates a tracheal stoma to facilitate respiration. In hospital settings, it is among the most common surgical procedures performed on critically ill patients. This means paramedics need to be prepared to respond to assist patients with tracheostomies by understanding the unique features of tracheostomy care so that they can provide effective suctioning, tube replacement, and ventilation when needed.