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Changing a Child's Tracheostomy (Cuffless Tube)

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Thirteen steps for changing a child's tracheostomy.

Online Medical Reviewer: Daphne Pierce-Smith RN MSN

Online Medical Reviewer: Liora C Adler MD

Online Medical Reviewer: Pat F Bass MD MPH

Date Last Reviewed: 09/01/2023

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