What is a robertazzi nasopharyngeal airway?
What is a robertazzi nasopharyngeal airway?
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Why would you use a nasopharyngeal airway?
A nasopharyngeal airway device (NPA) is a hollow plastic or soft rubber tubes that a healthcare provider can utilize to assist with patient oxygenation and ventilation in patients who are difficult to oxygenate or ventilate via bag mask ventilation, for example.
How often should a nasal trumpet be changed?
More frequent occlusions may occur during this time from the trauma of initial insertion. After this period it should be routinely changed every 5-7 days, with alternating nostrils utilised. If the NPT is required over long-term, size and length may need adjusting according to patient’s growth.
Can you use an NPA on a child?
A child with a NPA should have continuous pulse oximetry and be visually checked at least every 30 minutes. The pulse oximeter lower alarm should be set at 90% unless a modification is recorded. Document in the clinical notes the date of insertion, size and type of NPA inserted.
What is the nasopharyngeal?
The nasopharynx is the upper part of the throat (pharynx) that lies behind the nose. It’s a box-like chamber about 1½ inches on each edge. It lies just above the soft part of the roof of the mouth (soft palate) and just in back of the nasal passages.
What is the most serious potential complication of nasopharyngeal airway insertion into a patient with facial trauma ACLS?
An NPA may cause laryngospasm and vomiting, even though it is usually tolerated by semiconscious patients. Use caution when inserting a nasopharyngeal airway in patients with facial trauma because of the risk of misplacement into the cranial cavity through a fractured cribriform plate.
Which is a disadvantage of oropharyngeal airways?
Complications potentially caused by the use of oropharyngeal airways are that it may induce vomiting which may lead to aspiration. Additionally, it may cause or worsen airway obstruction if an inappropriately sized airway is used (i.e., too small).
