Passy Muir Valve Use, ListServ Summary, Dec 2024
Rehab administrators answer questions regarding Passy Muir Valve Use. IPRC archives information collected by the Pediatric Rehab Administrator’s ListServ as a public service to the entire Pediatric Rehabilitation Community. All information is posted in summary format and has been de-identified. Search through past queries for responses to rehabilitation related questions.
Original Question(s):
- Do you use PMVs with patients who have cuffed trachs? If so, is this only when they are on the vent and using an aqua valve?
- Is there any instance when using the purple valve that your patient might have a cuffed trach?
- What safety measures do you take to ensure that anyone placing the valve understands the importance of cuff deflation?
Summary of Responses (de-identified)
