Trach

Question 1

What is a trach

Answer 1

Opening in neck to place a tube in pt’s windpipe

Question 2

Where is the incision made

Answer 2

Into trachea below the larynx

Question 3

Can Tracy’s be permanent or temporary

Answer 3

Both

Question 4

Why is a trach performed

Answer 4

Ventilation
Airway obstruction
Airway protection
Secretions

Question 5

How is a planned trach performed

Answer 5

Under general anesthesia

Question 6

How is an emergent trach performed

Answer 6

Local anesthesia

Question 7

What are risks associated with a trach

Answer 7

Thyroid gland damage
Erosion of trach
Collapse lung
Scar tissue in trach