Decannulation of a tracheostomy in the weaning process
The final step of the All-Wales Pathway for weaning COVID-19 patients with tracheostomies (linked below) is decannulation. The decannulation should be performed during daylight hours with agreement from all members of the MDT members. Should a patient fail their decannulation, they should be escalated according to their pre-agreed escalation plan.
Decannulation of a tracheostomy in the weaning process
The final step of the All-Wales Pathway for weaning COVID-19 patients with tracheostomies (linked below) is decannulation. The decannulation should be performed during daylight hours with agreement from all members of the MDT members. Should a patient fail their decannulation, they should be escalated according to their pre-agreed escalation plan.
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All Wales Pathway for Weaning COVID-19 patients with Tracheostomies
The management of tracheostomised patients with COVID-19, their transfer from ITU to a COVID-19 ward, their weaning from invasive ventilation and eventual decannulation of the tracheostomy should follow a structured approach.
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All-Wales TRACHES Checklist – Poster
The simple things you need to do to look after a patient with a Tracheostomy.
