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Tracheal Suctioning - Coggle Diagram
Tracheal Suctioning
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Purposes of Suctioning:
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Obtain secretion samples for lab analysis (e.g., Mini-BAL).
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Suctioning Methods:
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Closed Suction Technique (In-Line):
-Catheter in sterile sleeve attached to tube.
-Allows continued ventilation and oxygenation.
-Reduces aerosolization of secretions.
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Key Steps & Rationales:
Assess: need for suction, contraindications for hyperoxygenation.
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Insert catheter gently until resistance, then pull back 1 cm.
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Monitor: HR, BP, SpO₂, breath sounds before/during/after.
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