Gastric suction-lavage in the intoxicated patient: current situation
Section: Hands on
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Fernández Morenatti MA. Experiencia de trabajo en un proceso de hospitalización domiciliaria. Metas de Enferm feb 2010; 13(1): 58-61
Authors
1Catalina Perelló Campaner, 2Álvaro García Yeste
Position
1Profesora de Enfermería Médico-Quirúrgica y Atención de Enfermería en Situaciones de Emergencia, Universitat de les Ill
Contact address
Catalina Perelló Campaner. Universidad de las Islas Baleares. Ctra. Valldemosa, km 7,5. 07122 Palma de Mallorca, Islas Baleares.
Contact email: c.perello@uib.es
Abstract
The gastric suction-lavage technique is a gastric decontamination procedure that is carried out via the nose or mouth in cases of intoxication. There is enormous variability and confusion regarding this procedure in clinical practice, despite the availability of specific recommendations from the American Academy of Clinical Toxicology (AACT) and the European Association of Poisons Centres and Clinical Toxicologist (EAPCCT), making a review of this issue’s current situation necessary.
This article aims to describe the correct performance of the suction-lavage procedure using Faucher’s orogastric tube, the indications and contraindications for its use, as well as potential complications and the nursing professional’s role in monitoring and preventing them.
Keywords:
emergency; Gastric suction-lavage; orogastric tube; Surgical-Medical Nursing
Versión en Español
Título:
Aspirado-lavado gástrico en el paciente intoxicado: situación actual
