Subjective Versus Objective Assessment of Back Pressure in Tracheostomy Care

Authors

• Sara Penrod, MaineHealthFollow
• Dory Forgit, Maine Medical CenterFollow

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Description

Background:

• Timely and safe decannulation is best practice following placement.

• Readiness for decannulation is assessed by tolerance for tracheostomy occlusion with a speaking valve and cap.

Publication Date

4-30-2026

Comments

Presented at the 2026 Costas T. Lambrew Research Retreat

Recommended Citation

Penrod, Sara and Forgit, Dory, "Subjective Versus Objective Assessment of Back Pressure in Tracheostomy Care" (2026). Costas T. Lambrew Research Retreat 2026. 23.
https://knowledgeconnection.mainehealth.org/lambrew-retreat-2026/23