Tracheostomy Tube Management for BLS Providers

Suction Catheter Sizes
When determining the length of the suction catheter it is important to measure properly. It is recommended to utilize a spare tracheostomy tube and measure from the tracheostomy tube opening to the end of the tracheostomy tube. It is important not to pass the suction catheter past the distal tip of the tracheostomy tube as it may cause trauma.