Re: INTRODUCE MYSELF
Derek Juntunen (djunt(AT)mtu.edu)
Wed, 4 Jun 1997 19:10:53 -0400
>Tell, Does the Passy Muir valve tend to dry out secretions? I have a client
>who uses it all the time, even at night. She has a cascade hooked up to PLV
>100.
>I am a homehealth RN. Thanks for the wealth of Imformation! Cindysan
Yes, very much so. During the day, my secretions get extremely dry and I
don't feel the need for suctioning. But when I get in bed I usually need
it right away, lots of it and very dry and thick. Saline is usually
needed. If want to avoid drying out, put in a little saline periodically.
Derek