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42732 SK05.5 CD IRM.pdf 2/15/07 11:00 AM Page 1 Refresher: Emergency Care and Transportation of the Sick and Injured, Second Edition AMOS Candidate: Date: ID#: Skill Drill 55 Suctioning Tasks: Suction

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1. Gather all the necessary equipment for suctioning, such as a suction catheter, gloves, mask, sterile saline, and sterile container for collecting secretions.
2. Ensure proper hand hygiene and don appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent contamination and infection.
3. Identify the patient who requires suctioning and explain the procedure to them, ensuring their consent and cooperation.
4. Assess the patient's respiratory status, noting any signs of distress or excessive secretions that may indicate the need for suctioning.
5. Position the patient in a semi-Fowler's or high-Fowler's position to optimize their airway and ease suctioning.
6. Open the suction kit and set the suction pressure to an appropriate level based on the patient's condition and healthcare provider's instructions.
7. Don gloves and pour sterile saline into the sterile container. Check the suction catheter's integrity and ensure it is the appropriate size for the patient.
8. Connect the suction catheter to the suction tubing and test the suction function to ensure proper functioning.
9. Lubricate the distal end of the suction catheter with sterile saline to ease insertion into the patient's airway.
10. Gently insert the suction catheter into the patient's mouth or nostril while asking them to take deep breaths to facilitate passage into the trachea.
11. Advance the suction catheter until resistance is met or until the patient coughs, withdraw it slightly, and apply intermittent suction while rotating the catheter.
12. As you withdraw the suction catheter, continuously assess the patient's respiratory status and monitor for any adverse effects, such as desaturation or distress.
13. Repeat the suctioning procedure as needed to clear secretions, always ensuring patient comfort and safety.
14. Dispose of soiled equipment properly and perform hand hygiene to maintain infection control.
15. Document the suctioning procedure, including the patient's response, any complications, and the amount, color, and consistency of secretions collected.

Who needs Skill Drill 55 Suctioning?

1. Patients with excessive secretions due to conditions like pneumonia, bronchitis, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) may require suctioning.
2. Individuals who have difficulty clearing their airways independently, such as those with neuromuscular disorders or compromised cough reflex, may benefit from suctioning.
3. Patients receiving mechanical ventilation or individuals with an artificial airway, like a tracheostomy tube or endotracheal tube, often require regular suctioning to maintain a patent airway.
4. Individuals at risk of aspiration or those with impaired swallowing function, such as stroke patients or those with neurological conditions, may need suctioning to protect their airway from secretions or foreign objects.
5. Patients undergoing anesthesia during surgery may require suctioning to maintain a clear airway during the procedure.
6. Individuals with respiratory distress or acute respiratory failure may require immediate suctioning to relieve airway obstruction and improve oxygenation.
7. Patients with excessive oral or nasal secretions that can lead to airway blockage or compromise may benefit from prompt suctioning.
8. Individuals with cystic fibrosis, a genetic disorder that causes thickened mucus production, may require frequent suctioning to clear their airways.
9. Patients who are unable to expectorate or effectively cough out secretions due to weakness or limited mobility may require assistance through suctioning.

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Skill drill 55 suctioning is a procedure used to remove mucus and secretions from a patient's airways using a suction device.

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To fill out skill drill 55 suctioning, one must document the date, time, patient information, procedure details, and any observations or outcomes.

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The purpose of skill drill 55 suctioning is to maintain airway patency and ensure adequate oxygenation for patients who have difficulty clearing their airways.

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Information such as patient name, medical record number, date and time of suctioning, type of suction device used, amount of secretions removed, and any complications encountered must be reported on skill drill 55 suctioning.

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