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cbayer Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Mon Apr-26-10 06:05 PM
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7. Sounds like it should not be too long.
They can set a ventilator on an assist mode, so that the patient stays awake and tries to do the breathing themselves, with the ventilator only kicking in when needed.

Sometimes a temporary tracheostomy is done, so that the ventilator is connected to the trachea through the neck. This is much more comfortable for patients and allows them to talk at times. Most of the time, however, it is attached through the mouth, so no talking. That can make it hard for a patient to express their anxiety, discomfort or ask any questions. A pad and paper are essential.

I hope that all goes well. It sounds temporary and reversible.
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