Complications of Sputum Aspiration and Prevention Strategies
Complications and Prevention Methods of Sputum Aspiration I would like to understand the precautions regarding sputum suctioning. What are the complications that can arise from sputum suctioning, and how can they be prevented?
Dr. Jian Linzhen Reply:
Hello: Here are the precautions and complications related to suctioning, as well as how to prevent them: 1. After suctioning, administer 100% oxygen for 1 minute to prevent complications from suctioning (depending on the patient's condition). 2. Suction catheter sizes: Adul...[Read More] Complications of Sputum Aspiration and Prevention Strategies
Understanding Tracheostomy: Care Options and Quality of Life for Patients
Regarding tracheostomy? Dear Dr. Yang, I apologize for bothering you again. My father has been in the respiratory intensive care unit for over ten days, and he has been on a ventilator for more than ten days prior to that. Recently, the medical staff has been continuously provid...
Dr. Yang Wenda Reply:
Xiao Zhen: Hello, I will answer your questions briefly as follows: 1. Performing a tracheostomy allows for better airway management, making the patient more comfortable. As long as they can be weaned off the ventilator, there is a possibility of extubation in the future. 2. As lo...[Read More] Understanding Tracheostomy: Care Options and Quality of Life for Patients
Assessing Lung Function in Tracheostomy Patients: Risks and Considerations
Tracheostomy assessment of pulmonary function indices? I would like to ask: My father had a tracheostomy a month ago and has been staying in the hospital since then. He has since been transferred to a nursing facility and needs to apply for a disability certificate for his trache...
Dr. Ke Zhengchang Reply:
Hello: Patients with tracheostomy should apply for a disability certificate based on their underlying condition. It is quite challenging for tracheostomy patients to perform pulmonary function tests. It is essential that their respiratory status is stable, they are not hypoxic, a...[Read More] Assessing Lung Function in Tracheostomy Patients: Risks and Considerations
Deciding Between Intubation and Tracheostomy for Elderly Patients
Intubation or not? Dear Dr. Jiang, I would like to seek your advice regarding my grandmother's condition. She is currently 78 years old and has a history of hypertension. Two months ago, she suffered from severe herpes zoster (commonly known as shingles) in her abdomen, whi...
Dr. Jiang Zhenyuan Reply:
Basically, if a patient has been intubated for more than two weeks, recommending a tracheostomy is a reasonable course of action. The benefits include: 1. It can reduce airway resistance. 2. It facilitates suctioning, which can actually alleviate the patient's suffering. How...[Read More] Deciding Between Intubation and Tracheostomy for Elderly Patients
Essential Guide to Respiratory Care for COPD Patients After Tracheostomy
I want to find a respiratory care center? Hello Dr. Lee, I would like to ask you a few questions and would appreciate your explanations: 1. My grandfather has chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and underwent a tracheostomy over a month ago. He has a lot of sputum, so...
Dr. Li Yanxian Reply:
1. Excessive sputum production is a common issue in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). If the force of coughing is insufficient and external assistance is frequently needed, such as suctioning, chest percussion, or postural drainage, these interventions s...[Read More] Essential Guide to Respiratory Care for COPD Patients After Tracheostomy