Raven EMS Education Program ManualAirway Suction Soft Catheter Evaluation Form
Date:
Student name:
Evaluator name:
Steps:
Take BSI precautions.
Assess airway and ventilation.
Explain the procedure to the patient if conscious and attach to an ECG (if reasonable).
Attach the soft catheter to the suction tubing.
Measure the catheter for maximum depth: corner of mouth to earlobe for oral suctioning, tip of nose to tragus of ear for nasopharyngeal suctioning.
Turn on the suction unit and insert the catheter into the back of the pharynx or into the nares without applying suction.
Place your thumb over the air vent and suction in a circular motion for a maximum of 15 seconds (extended suctioning may lead to hypoxia).
Irrigate the suction catheter with normal saline.
Repeat the suction procedure as needed.
Reassess airway and ventilation.
Dispose of all equipment properly.
Shows willingness to learn/asks appropriate questions.
Interacts with simulated patient and other personnel in a professional manner (ie, uses appropriate name, explains procedures, maintains modesty, courteous to crew, etc).
Passing criteria:
Pass: At least 70% (? of ?) successfully completed above. Currently at 0% completed.
Fail.
Fails to take BSI precautions prior to performing procedure.
Fails to dispose of equipment/supplies in an approved manner.
