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Suctioning
Stop advancing catheter if resistance is met and withdraw
catheter about ½ inch
To avoid damage to the airways and hypoxia:
Suction should be set at <120 mmHg
Suction should be applied intermittently for periods no
greater than 10 – 15 seconds
Only pass catheter 2 to 3 times
Allow patient to re-oxygenate between passes
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