Tracheostomy Care Bundle Checklist

Use the Tracheostomy Care Bundle Checklist for a systematic approach to tracheostomy care, minimizing risks of complications and ensuring patient comfort.

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Tracheostomy Care Bundle Checklist

Tube Care

Resus

Airway

Care Of The Stoma

Humidification

Environment

Communication

Mouth Care

Swallowing And Nutrition

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Tracheostomy Care Bundle Checklist

Use the Tracheostomy Care Bundle Checklist for a systematic approach to tracheostomy care, minimizing risks of complications and ensuring patient comfort.

1. Is the tube secured using tapes or ties every 8 hours?

2. Is the inner cannula checked and cleaned regularly every 8 hours?

3. Is the cuff pressure checked every 8 hours?

4. Are subglottic secretions aspirated every 4-8 hours?

1. Are red flags reviewed every 8 hours?

2. Do personnel know what to do during each shift?

1. Is suctioning performed to keep the airway clear every 8 hours?

1. Is the patient's skin kept clean, healthy, and dry daily?

2. Are dressings changed daily?

3. Is skin care provided daily?

1. Are measures taken to keep secretions loose every 8 hours?

2. Is the humidification ladder implemented every 8 hours?

3. Is respiratory physiotherapy performed every 8 hours?

1. Is the bedhead sign updated per shift?

2. Is bedside equipment checked per shift?

1. Are non-verbal communication aids checked and available each shift?

2. Is the communication plan reviewed and updated each shift?

1. Is oral secretion management performed every 8 hours?

2. Are the patient's teeth cleaned every 8 hours?

1. Is a swallowing assessment conducted daily?

2. Is a salt referral made daily?

3. Is adequate nutrition provided daily?