Linda L Morris, Mary Kuncis, Debra Perleberg, Anna Kuczek, Kristen Kashul, Douglas Zabel, Allen W Heinemann, Patrick Semik
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Abstract
Purpose: This study compared the use of the tracheostomy dressing applicator (TDA) to the standard procedure for tracheostomy dressing changes.
Design: A prospective quasi-experimental study was performed.
Methods: Nineteen patients and 117 nurses answered a survey after changing the tracheostomy dressing with the TDA and using standard procedure.
Findings: Nurses rated the TDA easier to use in patients with average-sized necks and more favorably on observed discomfort in patients with average-sized and larger necks. Patients rated less discomfort with the TDA compared with the standard method of dressing change.
Conclusion: The TDA is an effective device to facilitate tracheostomy dressing changes, possibly improving compliance and decreasing skin complications.
Clinical relevance: The TDA is a useful device that can improve efficiency of dressing changes with the potential to save time and improve outcomes.
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Rehabilitation Nursing is a refereed, award-winning publication and is the official journal of the Association of Rehabilitation Nurses. Its purpose is to provide rehabilitation professionals with high-quality articles with a primary focus on rehabilitation nursing. Topics range from administration and research to education and clinical topics, and nursing perspectives, with continuing education opportunities in every issue.
Articles range from administration and research to education and clinical topics; nursing perspectives, resource reviews, and product information; and continuing education opportunities in every issue.
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