Sterile suctioning
Sterile suctioning ( 24 Questions)
A client is undergoing sterile suctioning. Which interventions should the nurse implement to prevent complications? Select all that apply.
Rinsing the catheter and tubing with saline after each suction pass is not a standard practice and is not necessary for sterile suctioning.
Inserting the catheter into the artificial airway using sterile technique is crucial to maintain the integrity of the procedure and prevent infections.
Limiting each suction pass to no more than 10 seconds helps to prevent complications such as hypoxia and tissue damage.
Providing oral or nasal care after suctioning helps maintain the patient's airway, promote comfort, and prevent infections.
Choice A rationale:
Rinsing the catheter and tubing with saline after each suction pass is not a standard practice and is not necessary for sterile suctioning.
Choice B rationale:
Inserting the catheter into the artificial airway using sterile technique is crucial to maintain the integrity of the procedure and prevent infections.
Choice C rationale:
Limiting each suction pass to no more than 10 seconds helps to prevent complications such as hypoxia and tissue damage.
Choice D rationale:
Providing oral or nasal care after suctioning helps maintain the patient's airway, promote comfort, and prevent infections.
Choice E rationale:
Applying continuous suction while withdrawing the catheter is not recommended as it can cause trauma to the airway and should be avoided during sterile suctioning.