Name: ___________________________

Columbus State Community College
Nursing Department
Critical Item Checklist

NASOTRACHEAL SUCTIONING

_____1.	Wash hands and obtain equipment..
_____2.	Assess need for suctioning.
_____3.	Explain procedure to client.
_____4.	Place client in proper position.
_____5.	* Open sterile suction kit maintaining sterility of catheter and gloves.
_____6.	*Attach suction catheter to suction tubing. Dominant hand must remain sterile.
_____7.	Pre-oxygenate client, if indicated.
_____8.	Assess nares for patency.
_____9.	Pre-lubricate catheter.
_____10.	* Insert catheter into nares and advance gently but quickly – do not apply suction.  (Insert to appropriate length or until resistance is met.)
_____11.	* Withdraw catheter by rotating and applying suction.  Do not suction more than 10 - 15 seconds for entire procedure (insertion and removal).
_____12.	Flush catheter with saline.
_____13.	Oxygenate client and allow a rest period before repeating procedure.
_____14.	Suction oral cavity.
_____15.	Remove catheter and place inside glove and dispose of properly.
_____16.	Assess effectiveness of suctioning.  Reapply oxygen source.
_____17.	Provide oral care.  Wash hands.
_____18.	Chart procedure.

 

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