Assuming the most positive outcome possible, the patient gets through this hospitalization and will be discharged home on his/her transtracheal oxygen settings.
Several benefits to transtracheal oxygen therapy have been noted, including more efficient oxygenation, reduced energy expenditure associated with breathing, increased functional ability, less nasal irritation, and greater privacy (Bloom et al., 1989; Christopher, Spofford, Brannin, & Petty, 1986; Hoffman, Dauber, Ferson, Openbrier, & Zullo, 1987; Tiep & Lewis, 1987).
The Fast Tract Starter Pack contains everything necessary for a Fast Tract procedure, as well as the first 90 days' supplies required by the patient for a smooth transition to transtracheal oxygen therapy.