Respiratory Therapist

Category - Initiation and Modification of Interventions

Which of the follow is not an appropriate suction pressure?
  1. Adult 100-120 mmHg
  2. Adult 120-160 mmHg
  3. Pediatric 80-100 mg Hg
  4. Infant 60-80 mmHg
Explanation
Answer: B- Suction pressure for an adult at 120-160 mmHg is inappropriate.

The recommendation is not to exceed 150 mmHg when suctioning an adult patient. Suctioning a patient with a pressure setting too high will cause airway trauma.
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