Protective cap placed over the endotracheal tube opening during aspiration procedure.

Abstract

The invention relates to the healthcare field and aims to reduce / prevent contamination of fluids, blood, secretions, pathogens, etc., that may occur during aspiration procedures performed by healthcare personnel in patients with endotracheal tubes. The invention includes at least one cap (3) that is attached to the end of the endotracheal tube after the endotracheal tube and ventilator are separated during aspiration of an intubated patient. The cap (3) is characterized by containing a plastic membrane (1) and a sponge (2) positioned under the plastic membrane (1) which prevents the splashing of secretions and debris when removing the aspiration catheter during the aspiration procedure.

Description

1 TARIFF Protective cap placed over the endotracheal tube opening during aspiration procedure. TECHNICAL FIELD The invention relates to procedures performed by healthcare professionals on patients with endotracheal tubes. Fluid, blood, secretions, and pathogens may occur during aspiration procedures. GB refers to measures aimed at reducing / preventing infections and is related to the health field. STATE OF THE ART The respiratory movements cause 10 cells to move from the trachea to the lower airways and bronchi. Secretions contain a high concentration of microorganisms belonging to the oral and throat flora. Under normal conditions, healthy individuals have the scavenging function of cell epithelial cells and The cough reflex helps to expel these secretions, thus protecting against lung infections. They protect themselves. However, in patients undergoing intubation, this natural defense is absent. The mechanical mechanisms are disabled. This contamination, which spreads from the trachea to the lungs, is 15. Secretions can create a breeding ground for serious infections, primarily pneumonia. It directly increases the patient's morbidity and mortality rates. Preventing these life-threatening risks... In order to pass, medical measures should be taken to minimize secretion production. And regular aspiration and cleaning of clogged airways is critical. It is a necessity. 20 Under normal circumstances, an intubated patient undergoes aspiration, and the endotracheal tube is inserted via a ventilator. This is done directly by disconnecting the connection. However, this disconnection... The method involves the environment and healthcare professionals being in contact with the patient's secretions, blood, and This leads to direct exposure to droplets and cross-contamination. It increases in this way. In the current clinical practice, closed 25 aimed at reducing the risk of infection. It is known that aspiration systems exist. In invention number 2025 / 005365 br aspiration control lever, br vent regulating airflow and The control lever has a closed cover integrated into it. This system is a closed cover. This invention requires additional hardware installation, process It makes it more complicated. 30 Under normal circumstances, an intubated patient undergoes aspiration, and the endotracheal tube is inserted via a ventilator. This is done directly by disconnecting the connection. However, this disconnection... The method involves the environment and healthcare professionals being in contact with the patient's secretions, blood, and 2 This leads to direct exposure to droplets and cross-contamination. It increases in this way. Nowadays, aspiration is most often performed in this manner. This is being implemented. In the current clinical practice, closed procedures are aimed at reducing the risk of transmission. It is known that aspiration systems exist. However, these systems are not always suitable for patients. In order for it to be applied on, an additional system (special catheters, 5) is needed in the respiratory circuit. (Housings and valves) integration is mandatory. Prior installation of a system is required. This situation, by reducing practicality, makes the process more complicated. and increases property value. DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION 10 The purpose of the invention is to enable healthcare personnel to perform endotracheal tube insertion procedures in patients with endotracheal tubes. Fluid, blood, etc. may occur during the aspiration procedures performed. Secretion reduction aims to reduce or prevent the spread of pathogens. Advantages of the invention:  It will reduce the risk of contamination for healthcare personnel or caregivers. 15  It helps to reduce cross-contamination,  Secretions and visible fluids produced during the aspiration process reducing the spread of unseen particles,  During the removal of the aspiration tube after the aspiration procedure the spread of scattered secretions and invisible particles n 20 decrease. Explanation of the Figures Figure 1. Protective cap placed over the endotracheal tube opening during aspiration procedure. top view Figure 2. Protective cap placed over the endotracheal tube opening during aspiration procedure. side view Figure 3. The top of the protective cap placed over the endotracheal tube opening during the aspiration procedure. cross view Reference List 1. Plastic membrane 30 2. Sponge 3. Cap compatible with endotracheal tube. 3 DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION In this detailed description, the subject of the invention is the insertion of a device into the endotracheal tube orifice during an aspiration procedure. The protective cover attached is for illustrative purposes only and is intended to facilitate a better understanding of the subject. The explanations provided are comprehensive and do not contain any limiting characteristics. 5 procedures performed by healthcare personnel in patients with endotracheal tubes. Fluid, blood, secretions, etc., may occur during aspiration procedures. The subject of the invention is an endotracheal tube designed to reduce / prevent infections. compatible cover (3), plastic membrane (1) on it and sponge immediately underneath It consists of (2) sections. The cap compatible with the said endotracheal tube (3) is suitable for all endotracheal tubes. Since it is standard, it will not include any additional dimensions and is standard. It will be of the size of. The cover (3) is used in the aspiration procedure of the intubated patient, in the endotracheal tube. The vent will be attached to the end of the endotracheal tube after it has been detached. When performing the aspiration procedure, the aspiration probe is first inserted into the plastic... It will pass through the membrane (1) and then the sponge (2) structure in sequence and reach the sten position 15 It will be brought. The plastic membrane (1) must be of suitable hardness so that the aspiration probe can enter and It is preferably in the form of a plus (+). In this way, the breaking of the membrane (1) is prevented. This ensures the procedure is performed more safely and that the probe can move freely inside. It will be ensured that it can be made. Similarly, the sponge (2) structure is cut in the shape of (+). will be and will be approximately 2 cm thick. Also, the sponge (2) h drof lk and human 20 A suitable fluid will be absorbed and implanted. In this way, the secretions It will be kept on the sponge. When the probe is removed after the aspiration procedure, contaminants that adhere to the probe are removed. The secretions will be removed by wiping them onto the sponge (2) and thus the probe will be removed. During removal, the spread of the patient's secretions will be minimized. Procedure 25 The lid (3) to be used is single-use and must be discarded after each use. It needs to be done.

Claims

4 REQUESTS 1. The invention relates to the use of endotracheal tubes in patients undergoing aspiration procedures. aimed at reducing or preventing possible infections It is a device whose special feature is; in the aspiration procedure of an intubated patient, endotracheal 5 After the tube and vent are separated, at least one tube is attached to the end of the endotracheal tube. cover (3) character zed r.

2. The gbbr invention in claim 1 is characterized by the aspiration process of the cover (3). during this process, secretions and residues when removing the aspiration probe plastic membrane (1) that prevents splashing and 10 under the plastic membrane (1). The positioned sponge (2) is characterized by its appearance.

3. The invention in Claim 1 or Claim 2 is a gbbr and its feature is; plastic membrane (1) The aspiration probe must be of suitable hardness and preferably positive (+) Its character is damaged by being in this form.

4. Any of the systems above is an invention with the following characteristic: 15 The sponge (2) is characterized by having a cut in the shape of a plus (+).

5. Any of the systems above is an invention with the following characteristics: The sponge (2) is filled with a hydrofoil and human health-friendly liquid and placed on the lid. The character is damaged due to placement. 25

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