Procedure Contraindications

Question 1

Intubation Contraindications

Answer 1

1. DNI patients

2. No need for advanced airway

Question 2

Extubation Contraindications

Answer 2

1. Unsuccessful mechanical ventilation weaning
2. Failed SBT
3. Comatose patient
4. Patient on full support and not actively breathing

Question 3

Mechanical Ventilation Contraindications

Answer 3

1. Patients not in need of full support

2. Patients that are candidates for NIV

Question 4

SVN Contraindications

Answer 4

1. Adverse reaction to certain drugs
2. Cannot use a mask or mouthpiece (spontaneous pt)
3. No indications for therapy

Question 5

Posteral Drainage/CPT Contraindications

Answer 5

1. Increased ICP
2. Post neuro trauma/surgery
3. Post thoracic surgery

Question 6

Inline Suctioning Contraindications

Answer 6

1. Excessive suctioning

Question 7

NT Suctioning Contraindications

Answer 7

1. Nasal trauma

2. facial trauma

Question 8

A Line Contraindications

Answer 8

1. Sampling on an area with poor refill

Question 9

ABG Contraindications

Answer 9

1. Sampling on an area with poor refill