Airway / Breathing · SELF-PACED COURSE

Tracheostomy & Laryngectomy Emergencies

  • EMT
  • AEMT
  • Paramedic

Recognize neck-stoma anatomy and organize safe emergency oxygenation and escalation.

60 minutesMinimum study time
20 lessons6 modules · Self-paced
12 monthsOf course access
Learning recordAfter required completion

COURSE OVERVIEW

Learning That Fits Your Schedule

Work through the lessons, required activities and knowledge checks. Your saved place lets you return between sessions. Complete the final assessment and evaluation to receive a learning completion record.

Online coursework does not replace supervised hands-on competency. Follow your scope of practice, local protocols and medical direction.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

What You’ll Learn

  • Differentiate tracheostomy and laryngectomy anatomy and identify relevant device and baseline information.
  • Prioritize respiratory assessment, patency checks and early assistance during deterioration.
  • Explain safe, scope-appropriate responses to blockage, displacement and decannulation.
  • Select an appropriate support route and reassess bleeding, broader illness and transfer risks.
  • Apply anatomical and clinical evidence to evolving cases and a precise airway handoff.

YOUR LEARNING PATH

Inside the Course

01Anatomy and Equipment
02Recognize and Assess Deterioration
03Obstruction and Displacement
04Alternative Support Routes
05Bleeding and Transfer
06Progressive Cases and Handoff

CE approval & acceptance

This course currently awards 0 approved CE hours. Check acceptance details.

Course material is being revised. Clinical review is not yet complete.