Journal of Rare Cardiovascular Diseases

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Anesthesia technician’s knowledge of endotracheal tube suction in the intensive care unit

Samer Ahmed Jawad1, Zaman Sabah Mosleh2, Estabraq Hasan Ibadi3
1Anesthesia and Intensive Care Physician, Al-Taff University College, Anesthesia Techniques, Karbala, Iraq
2Master in Anesthesia and Intensive Care Techniques, Al-Taff University College, Anesthesia Techniques, Karbala, Iraq
3Master in Anesthesia and Intensive Care Techniques, Alsayida Zainab Alkubra Eye Surgical Center, Karbala, Iraq
Samer Ahmed Jawad1, Zaman Sabah Mosleh2, Estabraq Hasan Ibadi3
1Anesthesia and Intensive Care Physician, Al-Taff University College, Anesthesia Techniques, Karbala, Iraq
2Master in Anesthesia and Intensive Care Techniques, Al-Taff University College, Anesthesia Techniques, Karbala, Iraq
3Master in Anesthesia and Intensive Care Techniques, Alsayida Zainab Alkubra Eye Surgical Center, Karbala, Iraq
Corresponding Email: samer.ahmed@altuff.edu.iq
  • Received 11/01/2024
  • Revised 19/03/2024
  • Accepted 17/01/2025

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Background: Endotracheal tube suctioning is an essential component of airway management for patients on artificial ventilation. It is one of the most frequently performed invasive procedures in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), aimed at maintaining airway patency, ensuring adequate oxygenation, mitigating the risk of ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP), and preventing atelectasis and pulmonary consolidation. Objective: This study is to evaluate the understanding of anesthetic techniques related to endotracheal suctioning. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study approach was employed to elucidate the variables and their interrelationships in this research. Result: The findings indicated that the anesthesia technicians’ knowledge of Endotracheal Tube Suction in the intensive care units was predominantly intermediate (52%), with a mean score of 11.76. Conclusion: This study indicates that, despite moderate expertise, the performance of anesthetic technicians is affected. Regarding the fact that the role of education throughout service has gained increased significance.

key word
anesthesia technician, endotracheal tube suction, intensive care unit

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