Airway Interventions cont.

Question 1

What considerations are you making when suctioning?

Answer 1

Only suction secretions as you can see to improve patency. Frequent stimulation of mucous membranes increases secretions. Having the wrong kPa pressures can cause airway trauma and further obstruct the airway

Question 2

Which adjunct is better tolerated?

Answer 2

Nasopharyngeal- OPA will cause gagging and increased risk of aspiration

Question 3

When is an NPA contraindicated?

Answer 3

In brain injury or if patient is at risk of bleeding due to high vasculature of the nares