Tracheostomy & Total Laryngectomy

Presented By: Rachel Smigelski-Theiss MSN, RN, ACCNS-AG, CMSRN

This webinar will review tracheostomy indications, approaches, changes to the anatomy & physiology of the airway, and complications. Care of the patient with a tracheostomy and their airway will be discussed. Differences between the patient with a tracheostomy and total laryngectomy will be presented, as well. Additionally, various trach tube devices and products will be reviewed.

Continuing Education: 

Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

Contact Hours:  1.0

Expiration Date (recording):  April 4, 2028

Successful completion:

• View webinar in its entirety 
• Complete online evaluation

Relevant Financial Relationships: No relevant financial relationships exist for anyone involved in the planning of this activity.