Tracheostomy Suctioning Explained: Open and Closed Method | Step-by-Step Guide 3/7

In this educational video, we break down the open and closed tracheostomy suctioning techniques step-by-step, highlighting the clinical reasoning behind when and how to safely and effectively suction a patient. You will learn how to recognize the indications for suctioning, prepare equipment properly, choose the correct catheter size, and apply evidence-based practices such as hyperoxygenation, infection prevention, and correct catheter insertion depth. We emphasize why suctioning should not be done routinely, the risks of improper technique (e.g. hypoxia, airway trauma), and how to use both the open and closed systems depending on the patient’s condition and ventilation status. This guide is ideal for nurses, respiratory therapists, medical students, and other healthcare professionals who work with patients who have artificial airways. tracheostomy care and suctioning