Tracheostomy Teaching 2539
Instructed patient contact your healthcare provider or physician immediately: when secretions become thick, if crusting occurs or mucus plugs are present. Your physician may recommend increasing your fluids or using cool mist humidification. If you have any other problems or concerns.
Reviewed December 2019
Reviewed for general reference only. Adapt to your patient, agency policy, and scope of practice.
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