Tracheostomy Teaching 2268
Tracheostomy care Instructed patient patients with a tracheostomy have altered upper airway function and may have increased oral care
requirements. Mouth care should assessed by the nurse caring for the patient.
Reviewed April 2018
Reviewed for general reference only. Adapt to your patient, agency policy, and scope of practice.
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