Are you on the right trach? A hybrid simulation package for tracheostomy emergency management

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Tracheostomies are commonly carried out in a critical care or head and neck surgery setting for prolonged intubation or airway protection in case of postoperative swelling. However, they have a well-recognised incidence of morbidity and mortality. Significant complications occurring post insertion have been identified by the National Confidential Enquiry into Patient Outcome and Death in 2014. A principal recommendation was that bedside staff involved in the care of tracheostomy patients should be competent in recognising and managing airway complications.