Emergency care simulation module

for airway suctioning

Suctioning is a routine procedure that is performed for the purpose of clearing a patient's airway, ensuring they maintain adequate airflow to breathe properly. In this module, the importance of proper suctioning procedures is covered, including maintenance of the tube, tube placement and replacement, evaluation of the patient for device type, and analysis of patient vitals for device functionality. This module provides detailed steps on how to perform various types of suctioning procedures. Including both Learn and Test modes, the online simulator will test your ability to perform a suctioning procedure. Practice the steps of the procedure as often as you want until you are confident. Describe the pre-procedure considerations for nasotracheal suctioning. Describe and demonstrate how to perform nasotracheal suctioning. Describe the pre-procedure considerations for tracheal suctioning. Describe and demonstrate how to perform tracheal suctioning and placement procedures. Describe the pre-procedure considerations for endotracheal suctioning. Describe and demonstrate how to perform endotracheal suctioning and placement procedures. Describe the pre-procedure considerations for feeding tube suctioning. Describe and demonstrate how to perform feeding tube suctioning. Understand and apply Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines. Describe and demonstrate the correct post-procedure considerations. Define and demonstrate correct recording and reporting procedures. Define and use related medical terminology. Explain the Patient Privacy Rule (HIPAA), Patient Safety Act, and Patients' Bill of Rights.