Oral & Tracheal Suctioning

Course Details

An interactive and comprehensive training session, to promote the use of suctioning to aid a patient’s symptoms and comfort, by enhancing practical clinical skills and confidence.

The course covers the use of suction catheters and yankauers and other equipment required. Demonstrations are provided and the ability to practise new found skills on our state-of-the-art, skills simulation mannequin to instil confidence in personal ability within the safety of the classroom.

Who is This Course for?

Trained nurses.

What Will the Course Cover?

• The anatomy and physiology of the lungs and respiratory tract, in relation to the mechanisms of breathing and the considerations for individual patient management.
• The anatomy and physiology of the oral cavity in relation to secretion removal and oral care.

Pre-Course Requirements

Experience in caring for/exposure to patients requiring suctioning, or an interest in enhancing your clinical skills.

How Will the Course be Taught?

Face-to-face delivery in a group, involving some group work or work in pairs, utilising our state-of-the-art simulation mannequin to demonstrate and practise clinical skills.