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2. When the PMV™ was put on the tracheostomy tube, it seemed to
be harder to breathe. What do I do?
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Check amount and type of secretions coming from the tracheostomy tube. A weak cough requiring frequent suctioning, or an infection that is causing
secretions to be thicker than usual needs to be considered when using the PMV.
These conditions should not stop you from trying the PMV, but you may want to
wait to use the PMV until the secretions become thinner and more manageable.
Consult your doctor and/or healthcare professional if your secretions have
become thicker or have changed in any way.
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Anxiety. Feeling a certain amount of nervousness about doing anything
different involving your tracheostomy tube is normal. Understanding what is
happening when using the PMV will help to make you feel more comfortable while
using the PMV. Reading the PMV Instruction Booklet, watching the
video tape (available free of charge from Passy-Muir™) and talking to your
doctor and/or healthcare professionals will help you gain a better
understanding of how the PMV works and will provide you with more confidence.
You may also call our Clinical Specialists for assistance.
If you are still having problems, please see the next question
for more information.
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