POST-TRACHEOSTOMY CARE
  1. For COVID-19 positive patients or those in whom status is unknown:
  2. Enhanced droplet precautions as is standard for all COVID patients (N95, face mask, gown, gloves)
  3. All tracheotomy suctioning should be performed using a closed suction system with viral filter
  4. Keep cuff inflated
  5. Delay first tracheotomy tube change to 3-4 weeks, if possible avoid changing tracheotomy tube until after COVID has passed
  1. For COVID-19 negative patients
  2. PPE for all tracheotomy care should include surgical mask, face shield, gown, gloves