Endotracheal tube, securing - Intensive Care & Coordination ...
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St Vincent’s Hospital <strong>Intensive</strong> <strong>Care</strong> Services Page 13 of 16<br />
Securing an ETT: <strong>Intensive</strong> <strong>Care</strong> Clinical Practice Manual, Policy / Procedure R 4.1<br />
7.5 EQUIPMENT REQUIRED AND PREPARATION FOR E –TAD.<br />
One E-TAD.<br />
Shave area as appropriate.<br />
Ensure the patient’s skin in the area of use is clean, dry and free from oily residue.<br />
7.6 PROCEDURE FOR E – TAD.<br />
i. Remove the release liner from the skin barrier.<br />
ii. Centre the device on the patient’s upper lip with the clamping mechanism<br />
approximately 1.25 cms below the upper lip. Press the adhesive barrier on the<br />
patient’s skin and hold in place until it adheres well. This will take about 30<br />
seconds.<br />
iii. Apply the neck band and secure through the appropriate loops and attach the<br />
Velcro.<br />
Securing an ETT Policy / Procedure R 4.1 Page 13 of 16<br />
ICU Clinical Practice Manual Implemented July 2006, Review July 2009.
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