When do you use a Guedel airway?

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January 17, 2022
Brief: Discover when and how to use the Medical Disposable Guedel Oropharyngeal Airway for infants. This 50mm PVC medical-grade airway ensures patient comfort and safety with its smooth design and color-coded bite block. Perfect for emergency and anesthesia situations.
Related Product Features:
  • 50mm smooth airway designed for infant use.
  • Color-coded bite block (Blue) for easy identification.
  • PVC medical-grade material ensures safety and durability.
  • Smooth integrated design for optimal patient comfort.
  • Prevents tongue from obstructing the airway.
  • Non-invasive ventilation tube for quick airway establishment.
  • Ideal for anesthesia, resuscitation, and emergency use.
  • Flange or bite block prevents over-insertion.
Vraagstukken:
  • What is the purpose of the Guedel oropharyngeal airway?
    The Guedel oropharyngeal airway is used to maintain an open airway in unconscious or sedated patients by preventing the tongue from obstructing the airway and facilitating air passage.
  • How do I choose the correct size for the Guedel airway?
    The correct size is chosen based on the patient's anatomical characteristics, such as the distance from the corner of the mouth to the angle of the jaw. For infants, the 50mm size is typically used.
  • Can the Guedel airway be used on patients with a gag reflex?
    No, the Guedel airway should not be used in patients with a gag reflex or those at risk of vomiting, as it does not protect against aspiration of fluids or solids.