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    Tracheostomy Care

    by Cathy Parkes October 28, 2020

    When performing tracheostomy care, be sure to: Use split gauze dressing under tracheostomy plate (DO NOT cut gauze). Secure new tracheostomy ties before removing old ones.

    When performing tracheostomy care, be sure to:

    • Use split gauze dressing under tracheostomy plate (DO NOT cut gauze).
    • Secure new tracheostomy ties before removing old ones.
    Cathy Parkes
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