Laryngectomy Care Training
This Laryngectomy Care Training course provides healthcare professionals and care staff with the knowledge and practical skills required to safely and confidently support people following laryngectomy surgery. The course covers essential aspects of laryngectomy care, including stoma and airway management, laryngectomy tube care, suctioning, communication, nutrition and emergency procedures.
The training is suitable for healthcare and care staff who support individuals with a laryngectomy and can be tailored to the needs of your organisation and the people you care for.
This course covers:
Reasons for and types of laryngectomy
Post-operative laryngectomy care and ongoing patient support
Laryngectomy tubes: types, removal and changing procedures
Stoma and airway care
Communication following laryngectomy
Eating, drinking and dietary considerations
Suctioning: indications, procedure and potential complications
Humidification and maintaining airway health
Emergency management and resuscitation, including use of an Ambu bag
Recognising and responding to potential complications
Ethical and legal responsibilities in laryngectomy care