What are the hazards associated with suctioning?

Complications from airway suctioning are relatively uncommon if performed with care and adequate pre-oxygenation. Suctioning can stimulate the vagal nerve, predisposing the patient to bradycardia and hypoxia. Hypoxia can be profound from occlusion, interruption of oxygen supply, and prolonged suctioning.

What are the contraindications for Nasotracheal suctioning?

Epiglottitis or croup are considered absolute contraindications to nasotracheal suctioning. Other situations, while not absolutely contraindicated, that need to be taken into consideration include: head or neck injury, laryngospasm and bronchospasm, occluded nasal passages, and bleeding disorders.

What is the biggest hazard of suctioning?

A slow heart rate, known as bradycardia, is one of the most common suctioning complications, likely because suctioning stimulates the vagus nerve. This increases the risk of fainting and loss of consciousness. In patients in cardiac distress, it can elevate the risk of severe cardiovascular complications.

Why is suctioning considered hazardous?

Higher than recommended pressures can cause suction induced injury including lung derecruitment and tears to the delicate mucosal tissue in the stomach or trachea, leading to bleeding and potential infection.

Do you know the risks of nasotracheal suctioning?

Be familiar with the potential risks associated with nasotracheal suctioning before initiating the procedure.

Is it painful to suction the trachea?

Many patients find suctioning painful, especially if they already have a traumatic injury or infection. A gentle technique and a few reassuring words may help. Flexible catheters are also key here, since a catheter that is too rigid is more likely to irritate delicate airways.

How is nasotracheal suction used in the pharynx?

Nasotracheal suctioning is used to remove secretions from the pharynx by a suction catheter inserted through the nostril.

How long does it take to suction a nasotracheal catheter?

The duration of suctioning should be limited to no more than 15 seconds. 17 Irrigate the catheter with the sterile water or saline after each suction pass. Cleans the catheter of occluding secretions.

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