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Assessing Need
Procedure Prep
Suction Procedure
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I. Competency:

Nurse should demonstrate appropriate assessment related to determining need for tracheostomy suctioning

Competency Assessment:

Nurse will:

  • Identify and interpret Doctors orders for suctioning
  • Identify indications of patient condition requiring suction

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