| Type of Course | Skill based training course |
| Faculty Type | Doctors, Nurses and Paramedics |
| Duration | 5 Hours |
| Terminal Objective | Understanding and skills to ensure that patient safety is expertly managed and that the risk of potential problems associated with tracheostomies are mitigated. |
| Learning Outcomes | Evidenced based tracheostomy care guidelines Current evidenced based practice and research Types of tracheostomy tubes The importance of effective communication to alleviate panic and distress Clinical tracheostomy care and practice risk assessment Managing tracheostomy care emergencies Nursing and tracheostomy care considerations Removal of tracheostomy tube Tracheostomy care including: Changing dressings Suctioning The tracheostomy care plan |
| Key Topics | Mock drill Interactive session Demonstration Hands on training Assessment & certification |