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chads108

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Explain the differences between a tracheotomy and a tracheostomy and what each is used for.
 
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A doctor who practices chiropractic medicine would have the initials D.C. after his or her name.
 
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nekcihc358

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A tracheotomy is an incision into the trachea to create an opening. A tracheostomy is the surgically created permanent opening that then provides access to the lungs in a patient who needs long-term respiratory support or mechanical ventilation.

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