| When to clean and replace trach-vent supplies | 2975.00000000000 | When to clean and replace trach-vent supplies | When to clean and replace trach-vent supplies | W | English | Respiratory | Child (0-12 years);Teen (13-18 years) | Lungs;Trachea | Respiratory system | Non-drug treatment | Caregivers
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Hospital healthcare providers | NA | | 2017-06-29T04:00:00Z | | Reshma Amin, MD, FRCPC, MSc;Faiza Syed, BHSc, RRT;Tuyen Tran, RRT | | | | 0 | 0 | 0 | | Flat Content | Health A-Z | | | | | <h2> How often should I clean and/or replace my child's supplies?</h2><p>On this page you will find guidelines for cleaning and replacing your child's:</p><ul><li>
<a href="#trach">tracheostomy equipment and supplies</a></li><li>
<a href="#suction">suction equipment and supplies</a></li><li>
<a href="#manual">manual resuscitation and equipment and supplies</a></li><li>
<a href="#tubing">tubing</a></li><li>
<a href="#nebulizers">nebulizers</a></li><li>
<a href="#oxygen">oxygen interfaces</a></li><li>
<a href="#machines">machines and filters</a></li><li>
<a href="#other">other supplies</a>.<br></li></ul><table class="akh-table"><thead><tr><th colspan="4" id="trach">Tracheostomy equipment and supplies</th></tr><tr><th>Equipment or supplies</th><th>Daily</th><th>Weekly</th><th>Monthly</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Tracheostomy tube</td><td></td><td></td><td><p>Replace<br>(Check the brand of tube because some can be washed and reused five times.)</p> Always check tracheostomy tube expiry dates (especially back-up sizes).</td></tr><tr><td>Tracheostomy obturator</td><td></td><td></td><td>Replace when you replace the tracheostomy tube (see above).</td></tr><tr><td>Tracheostomy ties</td><td> Wash</td><td></td><td>Replace if Velcro is worn.</td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><table class="akh-table"><thead><tr><th colspan="4" id="suction">Suction equipment and supplies</th></tr><tr><th>Equipment or supplies</th><th>Daily</th><th>Weekly</th><th>Monthly</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Suction machine </td><td>Wipe outside surface.</td><td></td><td>Check batteries. They will need to replaced after about one year.</td></tr><tr><td>Suction canisters</td><td>Empty into the toilet. Wash with warm, soapy water and rinse well. Leave a little water in the bottom fo the canister to stop mucus from sticking to it.</td><td>Clean at least once a week. </td><td>Check the filter monthly.<br><br>Change the filter when it looks dirty or at least once every two months. </td></tr><tr><td>Suction catheters</td><td>Single use - replace daily.</td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Suction tips</td><td> Rinse after each use.</td><td> Replace.</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Suction tubing</td><td></td><td>Disposable - replace.</td><td></td></tr><tr><td> Suction machine filters</td><td></td><td></td><td>Check the filter monthly. Change the filter when it looks dirty or at least once every two months. Filters are disposable.</td></tr><tr><td> Water for suctioning</td><td>Empty into a separate suctioning cup/container. Never rinse with dirty water!
<br>(This will recontaminate your child's tracheostomy.) </td><td></td><td> </td></tr><tr><td> Cup or container for rinsing suction catheters</td><td>If disposable, replace daily. If reusable, clean daily. </td><td></td><td> </td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><table class="akh-table"><thead><tr><th colspan="4" id="manual">Manual resuscitation equipment and supplies</th></tr><tr><th>Equipment or supplies</th><th>Daily</th><th>Weekly</th><th>Monthly</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Manual resuscitation bag (disposable)</td><td></td><td></td><td>Replace each month, or more often if child is sick.</td></tr><tr><td>Manual resuscitation bag (reusable)</td><td></td><td>Take apart according to instructions and wash all parts. Reassemble when dry.</td><td></td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><table class="akh-table"><thead><tr><th colspan="4" id="tubing">Tubing</th></tr><tr><th>Equipment or supplies</th><th>Daily</th><th>Weekly</th><th>Monthly</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Aerosol tubing</td><td></td><td>Clean weekly with soap and water.</td><td>Replace disposable tubing each month, or more often if your child is sick. Cover the open ends when tubing is not in use.</td></tr><tr><td>Reusable tubing</td><td></td><td>Clean according to the instructions from your child's healthcare team.</td><td></td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><table class="akh-table"><thead><tr><th colspan="4" id="nebulizers">Nebulizers</th></tr><tr><th>Equipment or supplies</th><th>Daily</th><th>Weekly</th><th>Monthly</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Nebulizer cap, insert and cup</td><td></td><td>Soak the parts in a solution of one part vinegar to three parts hot water for one hour. Rinse all parts with warm water and dry with a clean cloth.</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Reusable nebulizer</td><td>Rinse after each use.</td><td>Take apart and wash thoroughly according to the manufacturer's instructions.</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Disposable nebulizer</td><td>Empty daily.</td><td>Wash with warm, soapy water. </td><td>Replace.</td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><table class="akh-table"><thead><tr><th colspan="4" id="oxygen">Oxygen interfaces</th></tr><tr><th>Equipment or supplies</th><th>Daily</th><th>Weekly</th><th>Monthly</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Tracheostomy masks, plastic connectors</td><td></td><td>Wash with warm, soapy water.</td><td>Replace each month, or more often if your child is sick.</td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><table class="akh-table"><thead><tr><th colspan="4" id="machines">Machines and filters</th></tr><tr><th>Equipment or supplies</th><th>Daily</th><th>Weekly</th><th>Monthly</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Compressor unit</td><td>Wipe with a clean, damp cloth after every use.</td><td></td><td>Check the filter monthly or every 10 to 12 treatments. Replace if dirty, clogged or wet.</td></tr><tr><td>Heat and moisture exchanger (HME)</td><td>Disposable - replace daily.</td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Outlet filter for CoughAssist machine</td><td></td><td>Replace every two weeks.</td><td></td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><table class="akh-table"><thead><tr><th colspan="4" id="other">Other supplies</th></tr><tr><th>Equipment or supplies</th><th>Daily</th><th>Weekly</th><th>Monthly</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td style="width:23.5%;">Gauze</td><td style="width:23.5%;">Replace daily (may require multiple changes a day).</td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Oximeter probes</td><td>Clean sensor and wipe the outside of the unit. Replace tape when needed.</td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Speaking valve</td><td>Wash once a day when in use, or more often if your child is sick or has increased secretions.<br><strong>Make sure that the valve does not stick due to secretions.<br></strong>Replace when the valve no longer works.</td><td>
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