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Question
All are true about tracheostomy tube, Except:
A. Made of plastic
B. The fenestration allows the passage of air
C. Has to be changed ideally in every 2 to 3 days
D. Cuffed tube
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C. Has to be changed ideally in every 2 to 3 days
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Tracheostomy Tubes
- There are many types of tracheostomy tubes available, including tubes made of plastic, silicone, nylon, and metal.
- The tracheostomy tube cuff is similar to that of an endotracheal tube.
- Fenestrated tracheostomy tubes have an opening along the dorsal surface of the body of the tube.
- The fenestration allows the passage of air through the tracheostomy tube to the vocal cords so the patient can speak.
- If the tracheostomy is less than 7 days old, the tract will not be mature and manipulation may easily create a false passage within the soft tissue of the neck.
If the situation is not emergent, and the tracheostomy is less than 7 days old, tracheostomy tubes should be changed by a surgeon familiar with the procedure.

References
Chapter 242. Complications of Airway Devices. In: Tintinalli JE, Stapczynski J, Ma O, Cline DM, Cydulka RK, Meckler GD, T. eds. Tintinalli’s Emergency Medicine: A Comprehensive Study Guide, 7e. Reference link
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