Setting up Basic Suction Equipment for Suctioning a Patient.

[@NursingConnection]

Thank you SO much. Never got training on this just kinda expected to know how to do it. So helpful!!

[@nicolemcdonald9231]

Thank you!! I have my first clinicle for nursing school tomorrow and I just wanted to be familiar with the equipment that may be in the patients room. Finally after 2 days I found your videos! You do a great job at explaining the equipment. Keep up the good work!

[@astrogal5487]

Amazing and very informative video. Thanks for your time .

[@Suzi_P]

Thank you for teaching. I love your videos.

[@irenemanyeki6885]

Great job in explaining

[@noimelocmayon7924]

Very informative great explanation thank you because I start to used for suction also

[@ybk927]

WELL EXPLAINED THANK YOU !

[@sandrasolomon5757]

Well done... pleasant, knowledgeable and to the point. I picked up some new knowledge and am now a follower and supporter.

[@rhirhi7260]

Great video!!! Well explained!

[@mohammadtheeb8088]

Great work as usual ...thx

[@madiceesay7884]

Good lectures

[@espoir8131]

Thank you so much. This is very helpful.

[@2good2btru58]

Thank you so much!!

[@misssmarika]

You're the best!!

[@sinclair657]

Thank you

[@scarlettalejandrolosana5715]

I would like to ask some1 a question. I wonder if the regulator is on the wall but upside is it working correctly. My wifes granda mother is in the icu and i think they have no clue how to do stuff. She had internal bleeding coming from a mass in utrs. It was cauterized but she has been swelling. The regulator is back works os it operating correctly the gauge say full blast on red

[@GeorgeORRT]

Hi: yes it should still function correctly. It may look weird, but most suction regulators work the same way and the position its in should not affect it unless its a piece of junk. Have someone there check it if you think there is a problem with it. I personally do not like having equipment the wrong side up. I hope that your wife's grandmother makes a full and speedy recovery.

[@EbbyGs]

Hi George, I have seen a few of your videos. Great job! Very clear and informative. Have you made any videos that discuss appropriate suctioning pressures for various purposes? i.e. When should I use intermittent suctioning? What pressures should I use for tracheal suctioning? Thanks for your videos. They have been a wonderful resource.

[@GeorgeORRT]

Hi Chrissy. Here's what we generally do but always confirm the acceptable protocols for where you work and provide patient care. Please note that the following values pertain to negative pressure. Also, I have done some suctioning videos that are available on my channel. Generally: With tracheal suctioningl we stick to these pressures: Infant 60-80 mmHg; Ped 80-120 mmHg; Adult up to 120 mmHg. That being said, if secretions are thick and copious, higher levels of suction can be used for a short time if its less detrimental to patient care than multiple suctions at lower levels ...IE: suctioning an adult @ 150 mmHg to get those nasty secretions removed.........the key is patient safety. EVAC suctioning (tracheal above the cuff) initial suction up to 120 mmHg, then set to continuous suction @ 20-30 mmHg. Oral pharyngeal suction is usually full line. Gastric suctioning: Depends on the style of regulator you have access to intermittent pressure 50-80 mmHg Continuous 30 mmHg Thoracic: Usually 20 cmH2O is a good place to start with adults, 10-15mmHg with pediatric patients. If the patient has a combined hemo-pneumothorax then you may have to go with a more negative pressure but ensure your doing so safely and watch for adverse effects. Hope this helps and thanks for your comments.

[@EbbyGs]

Hi George. Thanks for taking the time to reply. The information is very helpful and appreciated.

[@GeorgeORRT]

No problem

[@erinoneill6088]

Can suction be unpleasant for a nag tube in the stomach

[@dominguezronmicheal]

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[@trexinvert]

Just call it a valve. Regulator is a term that describes both "what it is" and "what it does". Most people, mechanics and engineers would agree.