Suction Catheter: Different Types, Sizes, Uses and Suctioning Technique

Suction Catheter Different Types, Sizes, Uses and Suctioning Technique

A suction catheter is a sterile medical device that can be used to extract secretions such as mucus or saliva from the mouth, trachea, and bronchial tubes from critically ill patients. One end of the catheter is connected to the aspirator or collection canister, the other end is placed directly into a tracheal tube to … Read more