Which device is used to deliver oxygen directly to a tracheostoma or tracheostomy?

Which device is used to deliver oxygen directly to a tracheostoma or tracheostomy?

• A. Oronasal mask
• B. Tent
• C. Tracheostomy mask
• D. External fixation

Answer: (C)

Delivering oxygen directly to a tracheostomy requires a device that seals around the tracheostomy opening so gas goes straight into the trachea, bypassing the upper airway. A tracheostomy mask is designed for this purpose; it fits over the tracheostomy site and provides a direct, sealed route for oxygen to the lungs. This is different from an oronasal mask, which covers the nose and mouth and delivers gas into the upper airway, not directly to the trachea. The other options aren’t used for delivering oxygen to a tracheostomy—one is a non-specific tent device and the other is unrelated to airway oxygen delivery.

Delivering oxygen directly to a tracheostomy requires a device that seals around the tracheostomy opening so gas goes straight into the trachea, bypassing the upper airway. A tracheostomy mask is designed for this purpose; it fits over the tracheostomy site and provides a direct, sealed route for oxygen to the lungs. This is different from an oronasal mask, which covers the nose and mouth and delivers gas into the upper airway, not directly to the trachea. The other options aren’t used for delivering oxygen to a tracheostomy—one is a non-specific tent device and the other is unrelated to airway oxygen delivery.