Tracheal suction

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Endotracheal suctioning is carried out when a patient with an artificial airway such as tracheostomy or endotracheal tube cannot cough and void pulmonary sections thus maintaining a clear airway and optimizing respiratory function. The associated risks of endotracheal suctioning like hypoxia, trauma and infection along with its equipment and procedure are discussed.

Author: Higgins, Dan
Care and treatment, Methods, Diagnosis, Risk factors, Hypoxia, Anoxia, Suction (Medical care), Suction

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IV drug preparation and reconstitution

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The preparation and administration of intravenous (IV) drugs is a relatively common procedure in clinical practices, but it requires thought and exercise of professional judgment. The precautionary measures that should be taken by nurses preparing intravenous drugs are discussed.

Author: Higgins, Dan
Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing, Management dynamics, Pharmaceutical preparations, Intravenous Solutions, Health aspects, Practice, Nursing, Intravenous therapy

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