I have never heard of a concrete reason why talc shouldn't be used. Even if a pt. is trached or on the vent, the talc is used where it shouldn't be a problem for the
In my experience, you're going to get skin breakdown no matter if you use the tape, twill, or bite block apparatus on the ETT. We use an adhesive holder that sticks very well re: the oral secretions....
I believe it's 2-2 1/2 cc. I suppose you could give it in the deltoid, but I think the gluteal or thigh are more comfortable. I generally don't use the deltoid, I feel the bigger muscles are