Suction Flashcards

1
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Suction - indication

A

Liquid/fluid foreign body obstruction

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Suction - precautions

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Epiglottitis - spasm causing obstruction

Croup - may worsen swelling & distress

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3
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Suction - procedure

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Suction for less than 10 seconds

Prolonged suction can cause hypoxia and breaks should be taken

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