Tracheostomy for iOS
| Version | 1.2.1 |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Office of Pediatric Surgical Evaluation and Innovation |
| Release date | Mar 20, 2014 |
| Date added | Mar 20, 2014 |
| Os requirements | iOS |
| Requirements | Compatible with iPhone 3Gs, iPhone 4. iTunes account required. |
| Total downloads | 8 |
| Price | Free |
Description
This app aims to provide pediatric patients and their families with an accurate educational resource on tracheostomy. The information covered in this app include:- What is tracheostomy?- The components of a tracheostomy tube.- A tracheostomy tube's correct placement and the surround anatomy.- Why does a patient need tracheostomy?- What is life like with a tracheostomy?- Proper tracheostomy care.This app is not a substitute for hands on learning and education provided by the patient's healthcare team but will act as an additional, visual, self-paced and self-directed learning assistant.This app is a joint project of the University of British Columbia, The Division of Otolaryngology at BC Children's Hospital and the Office of Pediatric Surgical Evaluation and Innovation.
