a tracheobrochoscopy is used to
examine the resp tract
tracheobrochoscopy indications
acute or chronic coughing FB / masses
nursing considerations for tracheobrochoscopy
keep oxygenated TIVA
rhinoscopy
endoscopic examination of the nasal cavity and nasopharynx
Rhinoscopy indications
FB , coughing , sneezing , facial deformity
Rhinoscopy scopes used
rigid and flexible
nursing considerations for rhinoscopy
pre oxygenation 10-15 mins prior LA spray TIVA
BAL uses
collects samples from lower airways for cytology and bacteria collected via syringe
coupage
loses secretions