Tracheostomy Education
Patients with tracheostomy are at high risk of preventable adverse events. Join Dr. Jerry Gentile and Nicole DePalma as they delve into all things tracheostomy. Tracheostomy Education's mission is to improve the safety, care, and lives of those with tracheostomy. This podcast is for healthcare administrators or care providers such as physicians, respiratory therapists, speech-language pathologists or nurses who are interesting in learning more about tracheostomy.
Episodes
19 episodes
Finding the Voice: Speaking Valves and Above the Cuff Vocalization for Tracheostomy Patients
In this episode of the Tracheostomy Education Podcast, Dr. Jerry Gentile and Nicole discuss various communication options for patients with tracheostomy tubes. They explore the anatomy of normal voicing, the importance of speaking valves, contr...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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28:44
Understanding Communication Challenges and Solutions for Tracheostomy Patients
In this episode of the Tracheostomy Education Podcast, Dr. Jerry Gentile and Nicole DePalma discuss the various communication options available for patients with tracheostomy tubes. They explore the anatomy of normal voicing, the impact of trac...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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31:17
The Humidification Factor: Understanding Devices & Best Practices in Respiratory Care
In this episode, Nicole and Dr. Jerry Gentile continue their deep dive into the critical role of humidification in respiratory care. They break down the science of humidity, the different types of humidifiers, and their practical applications, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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37:29
The Humidification Factor: A Key to Tracheostomy Care
In this episode of the Tracheostomy Education Podcast, Dr. Jerry Gentile and Nicole DePalma discuss the critical role of humidification, particularly for patients with tracheostomies. The conversation covers the definitions of humidity, t...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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32:54
Ventilator Admissions Part 2: Advanced Transitions from Acute to Skilled Nursing
In this episode of the Tracheostomy Education Podcast, Dr. Jerry Gentile discusses the intricacies of admitting patients from acute to post-acute care facilities. He emphasizes the importance of understanding Medicare requirements, the challeng...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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35:34
Ventilator Admissions: Navigating the Acute to Skilled Nursing Transition
This episode of the Tracheostomy Education Podcast features Dr. Jerry Gentile discussing the complexities of admitting patients from acute care to skilled nursing facilities. The conversation covers the admission process, the role of patient re...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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36:31
Laryngectomy vs. Tracheostomy: Navigating Airway Management and Voice Restoration
This conversation delves into the critical differences between tracheostomy and laryngectomy procedures, focusing on their indications, risks, and management. The discussion highlights the permanent nature of laryngectomy, the importance of voi...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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38:13
Understanding High Flow Nasal Cannula
In this episode, Dr. Jerry Gentile discusses the high flow nasal cannula, its mechanisms, benefits, components, and patient suitability. Nicole DePalma discusses the risks and considerations for safe swallowing with high flow nasal cannul...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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40:17
Non-invasive Mechanical Ventilation Part 2: Episode 10
This conversation focuses on non-invasive ventilation (NIV) as a critical technique in respiratory therapy, emphasizing its role in preventing the need for invasive mechanical ventilation and tracheostomy. Dr. Jerry Gentile explains the princip...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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31:35
Non-invasive Mechanical Ventilation Part 1: Episode 9
This conversation delves into the importance of non-invasive ventilation techniques in preventing invasive mechanical ventilation and tracheostomy. Dr. Jerry Gentile explains the mechanics, indications, contraindications, and various modes of n...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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26:29
Mechanical Ventilation Basic Part 3: Episode 8
The conversation focuses on the alarms set on mechanical ventilators. Dr. Jerry Gentile explains the general ventilator alarm guidelines, including apnea parameters, FIO2 settings, and pressure alarms. He emphasizes the importance of adhering t...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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23:15
Mechanical Ventilation Basics Part 2: Episode 7
This episode is part 2 of mechanical ventilation series. This conversation provides an in-depth discussion on mechanical ventilation, focusing on the different modes of ventilation including assist control, SIMV, and CPAP. You can ...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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34:38
Mechanical Ventilation Basics Part 1: Episode 6
In this episode, Dr. Jerry Gentile discusses mechanical ventilation and its importance in critical and emergency settings. Mechanical ventilation applies positive pressure breaths to patients with impaired ventilation, compromised airways, or r...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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32:10
Airway Management Part 2: Episode 5
In this episode, Nicole DePalma and Dr. Jerry Gentile discuss the process of intubation and the confirmation of ET tube placement. They also cover complications that can arise from intubation, such as airway insecurity, dental injuries, and voc...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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22:36
Airway Management Part 1: Episode 4
In this episode of the Tracheostomy Education Podcast, the hosts discuss the process of intubation and other artificial airways. They cover topics such as the first steps during a code blue, indications for intubation, contraindications to intu...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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38:09
Tracheostomy Tube Anatomy Part 2: Episode 3
In this episode, Nicole and Dr. Jerry Gentile continue the discussion on the anatomy of tracheostomy tubes. They discuss cuff and cuffless tracheostomy tubes, fenestrated tubes, and the complications associated with them. In this conversation, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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33:23
Tracheostomy Tube Anatomy: Episode 2
In this episode, Nicole DePalma and Dr. Jerry Gentile discuss the anatomy of tracheostomy tubes. They cover the different components of the tube, such as the hub, outer and inner cannula, and flange. They also explain the differences between do...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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34:21
Tracheostomy 101: Episode 1
In this episode, Nicole DePalma and Dr. Jerry Gentile provide an introduction to tracheostomy. They discuss the differences between tracheostomy and tracheotomy, how a patient breathes through a tracheostomy, and the indications for a tracheost...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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30:04