What are the contraindications for suctioning a patient?
For example, some contraindications to suctioning include:
- Bleeding disorder.
- Bronchospasm.
- Facial injury or basal skull fracture.
- Severe hemodynamic instability.
- Tracheal fistula.
What is the most serious complication with suctioning?
Bradycardia. A slow heart rate, known as bradycardia, is one of the most common suctioning complications, likely because suctioning stimulates the vagus nerve. This increases the risk of fainting and loss of consciousness. In patients in cardiac distress, it can elevate the risk of severe cardiovascular complications.
Which disorders are contraindications of Nasotracheal suctioning?
Epiglottitis or croup are considered absolute contraindications to nasotracheal suctioning. Other situations, while not absolutely contraindicated, that need to be taken into consideration include: head or neck injury, laryngospasm and bronchospasm, occluded nasal passages, and bleeding disorders.
How long should a suction procedure last?
Apply suction for a maximum of 10 to 15 seconds. Allow patient to rest in between suction for 30 seconds to 1 minute. 10. If required, replace oxygen on patient and clear out suction catheter by placing yankauer in the basin of water.
What happens if you suction too deep?
Use deep suctioning only for emergencies when premeasured suctioning does not work or you have to do CPR. Since the suction tube goes in much deeper, deep suctioning can hurt the airway (trachea).
When should you stop Nasotracheal suctioning?
This includes: bradycardia, decreased oxygen saturation, blood pressure changes, laryngospasm, bronchospasm, and increased intracranial pressure. If complications such as these are observed, stop suctioning and remove the catheter.
What is Nasotracheal suction?
Nasotracheal suctioning (NTS) is a special technique that uses the nasal cavity as a route for the insertion of a suction catheter into the trachea through the larynx. Suction catheters commonly used in NTS have a straight and round distal tip that ensures atraumatic introduction.
How do you know if a patient needs suctioning?
In addition, suctioning may be needed when you:
- Have a moist cough that does not clear secretions.
- Are unable to effectively clear secretions from the throat.
- Are having difficulty breathing or feel that you can not get enough air.
What is the correct method of suctioning?
Apply suction by holding your thumb over the suction control port. Slowly remove the catheter while “twirling” it between your fingers to remove mucus. Limit suctioning to 5 to 10 seconds. Once the catheter is out, clean it by dipping it in the sterile water or saline and suctioning.
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