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ARTIFICIAL AIRWAYS by Kevin T. Martin BVE, RRT, RCP V7115 HC 05 RC Educational Consulting Services, Inc. P.O. Box 1930, Brockton, MA 023031930 (800) 441LUNG / (877) 367NURS www.RCECS.com ARTIFICIAL

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1. Verify the patient's medical condition and determine if the use of artificial airways is necessary. This can be determined through medical tests and assessments conducted by healthcare professionals.
2. Prepare the necessary equipment for inserting the artificial airways, such as gloves, suction catheters, lubricating gel, and a bag-valve-mask device.
3. Ensure good hand hygiene by washing hands thoroughly or using hand sanitizer before starting the procedure.
4. Gently open the patient's mouth and position the head in a neutral alignment to facilitate the insertion process.
5. Select the appropriate size and type of artificial airways based on the patient's age, gender, and medical condition. Common types include endotracheal tubes, tracheostomy tubes, or laryngeal mask airways.
6. Apply lubricating gel to the artificial airways to facilitate smooth insertion. Be cautious not to use excessive gel that may cause aspiration or compromise the patient's breathing.
7. With one hand, hold the artificial airways at its base, and with the other hand, gently insert it into the patient's mouth following a natural path towards the throat.
8. Continue inserting the artificial airway until the desired position is achieved. Ensure that the tube is securely in place without causing discomfort or obstruction to the patient.
9. Confirm the correct placement of the artificial airways by listening for breath sounds, observing chest rise and fall, and monitoring oxygen saturation levels if available.
10. Once the artificial airways are successfully inserted and verified, secure it in place using appropriate stabilizing devices or securing straps.
11. Regularly monitor the patient's vital signs to ensure proper ventilation and oxygenation through the artificial airways.
12. Seek immediate medical assistance if there are any signs of complications, such as airway obstruction, respiratory distress, or infection.

Who needs artificial airways?

1. Patients with severe respiratory distress or failure, which may be caused by conditions like pneumonia, acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
2. Individuals undergoing surgery or medical procedures that require general anesthesia, during which the natural airway reflexes are temporarily suppressed.
3. Patients with neuromuscular disorders or conditions that result in weakened or paralyzed muscles involved in breathing, such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) or spinal cord injuries.
4. Individuals with upper airway obstruction due to trauma, swelling, tumors, or congenital abnormalities.
5. Patients with obstructive sleep apnea who require continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) or bilevel positive airway pressure (BiPAP) interventions to maintain an open airway during sleep.
6. Individuals with unconsciousness or altered level of consciousness, such as those in comatose state or experiencing drug overdose.
7. Patients with a compromised ability to protect their airway against aspiration, such as those with reduced gag reflex or dysphagia.
8. Individuals with severe facial or oral trauma that obstructs the natural airway passage.
9. Patients undergoing mechanical ventilation in an intensive care unit setting to support their respiratory function and aid in the removal of carbon dioxide.

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What is artificial airways?

Artificial airways are medical devices used to maintain a patient's airway for various reasons such as to assist with breathing or prevent obstruction.

Who is required to file artificial airways?

Artificial airways do not need to be filed or documented, they are used in medical settings to assist patients with breathing.

How to fill out artificial airways?

There is no specific way to fill out artificial airways as they are medical devices, not forms or documents.

What is the purpose of artificial airways?

The purpose of artificial airways is to assist with breathing and maintain a patient's airway in cases where it may be obstructed or compromised.

What information must be reported on artificial airways?

There is no specific information that needs to be reported on artificial airways as they are medical devices used for patient care.

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