Types of Suctioning

Catheter suction is used to remove tracheal secretions through the endotracheal tube in mechanically ventilated patients, which may be either closed tracheal suction system (CTSS) or open one. In CTSS, the catheter is a part of ventilator circuit with no need to disconnect the ventilator.

The Ported[R] SuctionPro[TM] 72 Closed Suction System, is designed for airway suctioning of critically ill patients and is indicated for 72 hours of continuous use. New Closed Suction System The company is also a leader in the medical device field with its Ballard Medical lines of closed suction respiratory catheters, enteral feeding tubes and a variety of pain management products.

Tracheostomy suctioning removes thick mucus and secretions from the trachea and lower airway that you are not able to clear by coughing. Suctioning is done when you wake up in the morning and right before you go to bed in the evening.

dictate the frequency of suctioning, usually prn (as needed). b. Perform a Patient Care Handwash. When suctioning, every effort must be made to prevent the introduction of pathogens into the lower airways. Clean technique and thorough handwashing are essential for suctioning of the oral and nasal cavities.

Suctioning of the deeper respiratory structures (deep or endotracheal suctioning) demands special skill and meticulous care to avoid traumatizing the delicate mucous membranes and introducing infection into the respiratory tree.

A Yankauer (tonsil tip) suction catheter helps clear secretions from the mouth. Patients who require this type of suctioning can cough effectively but cannot swallow or expectorate secretions. Wear clean gloves when using a Yankauer suction catheter and use it multiple times for the same patient before discarding the device.

What type of suctioning to perform The portion of the airway that requires suctioning and whether or not the patient has an artificial airway determine the type of suctioning you perform. The most common types are oropharyngeal and nasopharyngeal suctioning, nasotracheal suctioning, and suctioning through an artificial airway.

A Yankauer (tonsil tip) suction catheter helps clear secretions from the mouth. Patients who require this type of suctioning can cough effectively but cannot swallow or expectorate secretions. Wear clean gloves when using a Yankauer suction catheter and use it multiple times for the same patient before discarding the device.