Chapter 13
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Options and Accessories
• Do not use with neonatal tracheostomy tubes.
• Do not use on neonates.
• Do not inflate the tracheostomy tube cuff until Speaking Mode has
been turned off.
• Do not use on patients who are dependent on PEEP therapy.
• Do not use with HME filters.
• Discontinue using Speaking Mode promptly and institute appropriate
ventilation if the patient experiences difficulty or their status
deteriorates from baseline parameters.
• Perform an airway patency test immediately after activating Speaking
Mode.
NOTE: Speaking Mode is available ONLY in invasive ventilation mode.
Patient Preparation Using Speaking Mode on a patient requires preparation before activating the
mode. Refer to the Sequence for Use diagram in Figure 13-58 and follow the
necessary steps before starting Speaking Mode and discontinuing Speaking
Mode. The Speaking Mode Clinical Guide describes patient care steps in
detail.
WARNING: Read and understand these Speaking Mode Option instructions before using
Speaking Mode on a patient.
WARNING: Wait at least 72 hours after a tracheostomy before initiating Speaking
Mode.