Re: hi

Tufty The Squirrel (tufty(AT)nuttree.demon.co.uk)
Tue, 10 Sep 1996 16:31:51 GMT

> I was curious as to what type of vents everyone is using.

I use a Cape TC 50. Anyone heard of it?

> How many of the lists people use trach vs. the mask.

I've had a trach (we say trachy in England) since day one of going on
the vent. I don't think I'd like the mask.

> Also people with trach are there more times during particular periods when
> you have to suction?

I need loadsa suction when I've been out anywhere. Passive smoking
makes me really bubbly!

On average, how many suction catheters do you use in a day? Would you
say 15 to 20 is a lot?


Tufty

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