Module 3: Suctioning and Bronchial Hygiene
Learning Objectives
- Describe the different methods of airway clearance and when they are needed
- Determine when a child needs trach suctioning
- Describe recommended suctioning techniques
- Assess tracheal secretions
- Determine when to call a provider
AUTHORS
Gretchen Cunningham, BS, RRT
American Family Children's Hospital
Grace Flanagan, RRT
Children's Wisconsin
Lisa Molkentine, RRT-NPS
Children's Wisconsin
REVIEWERS
Holly Jacobson, RT
Children's Wisconsin
Elizabeth Rideout, RT
UW Health
Kim Whitmore, PhD, RN, CPN
Marquette University
Discloser List CME Internal Report