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ETT Tracheal Suction Flashcards

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ETT Tracheal Suction - Indications (1)

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Removal of secretions from the trachea

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ETT tracheal suction - Contraindications (1)

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Evidence of pink, frothy sputum (ie. suspected CPO). Pt instead needs ventilation to maintain alveoli pressure and to decrease pre-load

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ETT Tracheal Suction - Complications (2)

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  • Hypoxia leading to cardiac arrhythmias and fitting
  • Tracheal mucosal trauma
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