Are you covering the tracheostomy site with a surgical mask due to COVID-19 to protect the therapist?

Topics: Head and Neck Cancers • Radiation Oncology • COVID-19

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Answer from: Radiation Oncologist at Community Practice

I have not routinely used masks over tracheostomy tubes, but it seems like a good idea in the current environment. Our staff, including physicians, nurses, and therapists, do use masks while taking care of these patients, including during suctioning of tracheal secretions.

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