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Humidification via Compressor Station
Humidification via Condenser
Purpose
- To provide humidity to the airway as an artificial airway (tracheostomy) bypasses the body’s natural humidification process.
Applies To
- Registered Nurses
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses
Equipment/Supplies
- Condenser
- Electrical Outlet
- Corrugated Tubing
- Plastic Container/Bottle that holds water and connects to condenser
- Water Trap
- Trach Collar and distilled or sterile water for inhalation.
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