How To Change A Cuffless Tube - Covidien Shiley Manual De Usuario

Changing the Tube
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REAd BEfoRE CHAnGinG
yoUR TUBE
noTE: You probably won't have trouble
inserting the new tube. But, if you do,
be sure your head is tilted back as you
insert the tube. If you are still having
difficulty, spread the skin around
the stoma and insert the tube as you
are breathing in or use a fresh tube
that is a size smaller. Call your doctor
immediately if you have any problems.
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How to Change a Cuffless Tube

1. Wash hands. Put on gloves.
2. Insert the ties through one neck flange hole. Insert the
obturator into the cannula. (Do this before inserting
the tube.)
3. Lubricate the tube using a thin layer of water-based
lubricant.
4. Place the tube on a sterile surface.
5. If required, suction secretions.
6. Cut the ties and remove the old tube. If you are unable to
remove it, call your doctor. Do not force it.
7. As you breathe in, gently insert the new tube, pushing
back, then down in an arcing motion.
8. Immediately remove the obturator, while holding the
tube in place with your fingers.