PVC Medical Grade 50mm airway and designed for Infant Guedel
Orapharyngeal Airway
Description:
HENAN AILE INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD is a company for operating medical
disposables, and the Orapharyngeal Airway, which has smooth airway
and Color-coded bite block, is one of our productions.
The oropharyngeal airway, also known as the oropharyngeal airway ,
is a non-tracheal tube non-invasive ventilation tube that can
prevent the tongue from falling back, quickly open the airway, and
establish a temporary artificial airway.
Product composition:
- 50mm smooth airway.
- Color-coded bite block--Blue.
50mm Guedel Orapharyngeal Airway Application Features:
- Smooth integrated design for optimum patient comfort and safety.
- Color-coded bite block is designed for easy identification and to prevent biting down so that can avoid blocking airway.
Guedel oropharyngeal airway, also known as Guedel airway or Guedel
tube, is a medical device used to maintain an open airway in
unconscious or sedated patients. It is commonly used during
anesthesia administration, resuscitation, and in emergency
situations.
The Guedel airway is a rigid plastic tube with a curved shape that
is inserted into the patient's mouth and extends into the
oropharynx. It is designed to prevent the tongue from obstructing
the airway and to facilitate the passage of air and gases. The
device has a flange or bite block at the proximal end, which helps
to keep it in place and prevents it from being inserted too far
into the patient's mouth.
The Guedel airway is available in various sizes to accommodate
different patient age groups, ranging from infants to adults. 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.
To insert a Guedel airway, the patient's head is placed in a
neutral position, and the mouth is opened. The device is inserted
gently, with the curved tip facing the roof of the mouth. Once in
place, it helps to keep the patient's tongue forward, preventing it
from blocking the airway and allowing for easier ventilation.
It is important to note that the Guedel airway does not protect the
patient's airway from aspiration of fluids or solids. Therefore, it
should not be used in patients with a gag reflex or in situations
where the patient is at risk of vomiting. Additionally, proper
monitoring and frequent assessment of the patient's airway are
essential when using the Guedel airway to ensure its effectiveness
and patient safety.
As always, healthcare professionals should be consulted for proper
insertion, sizing, and use of the Guedel oropharyngeal airway, as
well as for any specific guidance or protocols in their clinical
setting.
How to use Guedel Oropharyngeal Airway?
To use a Guedel oropharyngeal airway, follow these general steps:
Select the appropriate size: Choose the size of the Guedel airway
based on the patient's age and anatomical characteristics. The
airway should be long enough to reach from the corner of the mouth
to the angle of the jaw without being inserted too deeply.
Prepare the patient: Position the patient's head in a neutral
position, aligning the oral, pharyngeal, and tracheal axes. Open
the patient's mouth by using a tongue depressor or jaw thrust
technique if necessary.
Lubricate the airway: Apply a water-based lubricant to the Guedel
airway to facilitate smooth insertion.
Insert the airway: Hold the Guedel airway with the curved tip
facing upwards. Insert the airway into the mouth, following the
natural curve of the tongue. Gently advance the airway along the
roof of the mouth until it reaches the back of the throat
(oropharynx). Avoid forcing or causing any trauma during insertion.
Rotate the airway: Once the airway is fully inserted, rotate it 180
degrees so that the curved tip faces downwards, resting against the
soft palate. This helps prevent the tongue from blocking the
airway.
Confirm proper placement: Ensure that the Guedel airway is not
inserted too deeply or not deep enough. The flange or bite block of
the airway should sit just outside the patient's lips, and the
patient's teeth should be positioned between the bite block and the
airway shaft.
Secure the airway: If necessary, secure the Guedel airway in place
by using medical tape or other appropriate methods. This helps
prevent accidental dislodgement.
Monitor the patient: Continuously monitor the patient's airway,
breathing, and oxygenation. Observe for any signs of airway
obstruction or complications.
Remember, the use of the Guedel oropharyngeal airway should be
performed by trained healthcare professionals who are familiar with
airway management techniques. It is important to follow
institutional guidelines and protocols specific to your clinical
setting.
Positioning for Oropharyngeal Airway
- The sniffing position—only in the absence of cervical spine injury.
- Position the patient supine on the stretcher.
- Align the upper airway for optimal air passage by placing the
patient into a proper sniffing position. Proper sniffing position
aligns the external auditory canal with the sternal notch. To
achieve the sniffing position, folded towels or other materials may
need to be placed under the head, neck, or shoulders, so that the
neck is flexed on the body and the head is extended on the neck. In
obese patients, many folded towels or a commercial ramp device may
be needed to sufficiently elevate the shoulders and neck. In
children, padding is usually needed behind the shoulders to
accommodate the enlarged occiput.
If cervical spine injury is a possibility:
- Position the patient supine or at a slight incline on the
stretcher.
- Avoid moving the neck and use only the jaw-thrust maneuver or chin
lift without head tilt to manually facilitate opening of the upper
airway.