Understand what a tracheostomy is and why one may be needed. Also, learn the different parts of a tracheostomy and how it works to help you breathe.
Understand why breathing through a tracheostomy causes your body to produce more mucus and the steps you can take to avoid a mucus build-up. Also, learn what you can do to get rid of a mucus build-up when you do get one.
Learn how to properly care for your tracheostomy stoma to ensure you are breathing comfortably and to prevent infection.
Watch this video to learn how to properly clean the reusable inner cannula from your tracheostomy, and the steps to take to avoid infection.
