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Tracheostomy

Instructed patient contact your healthcare provider or physician immediately: when secretions become thick, if crusting occurs or mucus plugs are present. Your physician may recommend increasing your fluids or using cool mist humidification. If you have any other problems or concerns.

Last updated December 23, 2019

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