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. 1992 Mar-Apr;18(2):115-8.

Suctioning artificial airways in children: appropriate technique

N Runton
  • PMID: 1574362

Suctioning artificial airways in children: appropriate technique

N Runton. Pediatr Nurs. 1992 Mar-Apr.

Abstract

Traditional suctioning techniques can cause severe tissue injury and fibrotic changes in the carina. Knowledge of appropriate procedures and techniques can help nurses provide safe artificial airway care.

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