What is a Shiley PERC trach?
What is a Shiley PERC trach?
Percutaneous Tracheostomy Tube with Disposable Inner Cannula (PERC) is specially designed to work with Cook Percutaneous Tracheostomy Introducer Sets. a. Inner Cannula, Disposable (DIC) has integral 15mm snap-lock connector for quick and safe disposal after a single use.
Does Shiley trach have inner cannula?
Features and Benefits: Shiley tracheostomy tube cuffless with inner cannula (CFS) is designed for general pulmonary hygiene and for use with spontaneously breathing patients. Inner cannula with closed lumen and low-profile connector, supplied with CFS, directs breathing through the upper airway.
How do you know if a trach is disposable?
Save the decannulation plug if the patient is close to getting decannulated. Patient may be able to eat and may be able to speak without a speaking valve. Inner cannula is not disposable.
How often do you change Shiley trach?
The Shiley corporation recommends changing their poly- vinyl chloride (PVC) tracheostomy tubes every 29 days. Similarly, the Portex Blue Line package insert recommends 30 days as the maximum recommended period of use. The Portex Bivona tube package insert recommends it be used for up to 29 days.
What is the difference between Shiley and Bivona?
Shiley vs Bivona Shiley is plastic compared to silicon (more rubbery) Bivona. Flanges are different between Shiley and Bivona. Shiley you can usually just push back in if they come out. Bivona you have to get the obdurator to put it back in.
Do Shiley Trachs have a cuff?
Same Trusted Brand, More Advanced Design. Shiley™ tracheostomy tubes have a proven 40-year history with over 760 million products used around the world. These clinician-inspired enhancements include the taper-shaped TaperGuard™ cuff.
Who makes Shiley Trachs?
Medtronic
Shiley™ is a brand of tracheostomy tubes manufactured by Medtronic, formerly Covidien.
How do I know if my trach is cuffed or uncuffed?
If the tracheostomy tube has a pilot line and pilot balloon, this is an indicator that the patient has a cuffed tracheostomy tube. The flange of the tracheostomy tube also indicates if the tracheostomy tube has a cuff in place.
How do you clean Shiley inner cannula?
Remove the inner cannula while holding the neck plate of the trach still. Place inner cannula in peroxide solution and soak until crusts are softened or removed. Use the brush or pipe cleaner to clean the inside, outside and creases of the tube. Do not use scouring powder or Brillo pads.
Do you remove inner cannula before suctioning?
When suctioning through a tracheostomy tube with an inner cannula, do not remove the cannula. The inner cannula remains in place during suctioning so that the outer cannula does not collect secretions. If oropharyngeal or nasal suctioning is required, complete after tracheal suctioning.