You are treating a 29 year old female who has major airway problems. She has thick secretions and blood in her upper airway that needs to be suctioned with a Yankauer. Which of the following is not true of the Yankauer suction tip?

You are treating a 29 year old female who has major airway problems. She has thick secretions and blood in her upper airway that needs to be suctioned with a Yankauer. Which of the following is not true of the Yankauer suction tip?

A. it has a rigid tip
B. it allows for excellent control over the distal end of the device
C. it is used most successfully with responsive patients
D. it has a larger bore than flexible catheters

Answer: C

When a patient begins to vomit, it is essential that you have a (n) _____ ready to go at the patient's side.

When a patient begins to vomit, it is essential that you have a (n) _____ ready to go at the patient's side.

A. suction unit
B. oxygen tank
C. blood pressure cuff
D. pocket mask

Answer: A

The purpose of suctioning may include removal of:

The purpose of suctioning may include removal of:

A. teeth and large pieces of solid material
B. excess oxygen from the patient
C. blood, vomitus, and other secretions
D. all of these

Answer: C

When inserting a nasopharyngeal airway, lubricate the outside of the tube with:

When inserting a nasopharyngeal airway, lubricate the outside of the tube with:

A. petroleum jelly
B. an oil-based lubricant
C. a silicone-based gel
D. a water-based lubricant

Answer: D