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Question #: 40
Topic #: 1
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A danger of using a rigid suction catheter with infants and young children is that stimulating the back of the throat can:

  • A. Cause changes in the heart rhythm.
  • B. Be ineffective in suctioning.
  • C. Lead to immediate vomiting.
  • D. Cause the tongue to fall into the airway.
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Suggested Answer: A 🗳️
When using a rigid catheter to suction infants and small children, take care not to touch the back of the throat, since stimulation here can cause bradycardia due to stimulation of the vagus nerve.
by [deleted] at March 10, 2025, 7:42 a.m.

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