Knowledge and Attitude regarding Tracheostomy Care among Nurses at the Children's Hospital and University of Child Health Sciences, Lahore
Abstract
This system's goals are to preserve or protect the airway, lessen dead space in the airway, offer bronchopulmonary support, and make prolonged mechanical breathing easier for critically ill patients.A tracheostomy is a common surgery used to clear upper airway obstructions, provide mechanical ventilation, and remove tracheobronchial secretions across all age groups. This study aimed to assess knowledge and attitudes of nursing staff regarding tracheostomy procedures, as well as their demographic profile and associated factors. The study design was cross-sectional descriptive and planned sample size was 117 nurses. Non-probability convenient sampling techniques. The study setting was different department of the children hospital, Lahore. The study was completed in 06 months. Inclusion criteria of this study were nurses, participate in the study and willing to give informed consent. A study of 117 nurses found that tracheostomy tubes can cause skin discomfort and hinder oral feedings. Most respondents had spare tubes ready, and aspirating respiratory tract secretions was more effective. Mucus plugs can cause acute occlusion, and suctioning requires pressure of 180-200 mmHg. Nurses advised maintaining cuff pressure and checking and tightening the tracheostomy knot. 99% of nurses agreed to be knowledgeable about tracheostomies, taking necessary precautions, and participating actively. The study found that nurses possess adequate knowledge and attitude regarding tracheostomy care competency, but there are still gaps in understanding various tracheostomy care and management-related topics.
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