NREMT EMT

Category - Airway

What is the longest interval of time that a patient should be suctioned?
  1. 30 seconds
  2. 5 seconds
  3. 15 seconds
  4. 20 seconds
Explanation
Answer: C - An adult patient should not be suctioned for more than 15 seconds at a time due to the risk of the patient becoming hypoxic. With children, a shorter suction time should be used.
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