lubricating ET tubes

Re: lubricating ET tubes

Siobhan Steven — Sun, 13 Oct 2013 07:45:35 GMT

KY Jelly, the lube should be placed only on the cuff as the aim is to help create a seal once it is 'puffed up' without causeing irritation, though that is assuming you aren't over 'puffing the cuff'. And care has to be taken not to clog the Murphy Eye on the tube.

Re: lubricating ET tubes

AMANDA CURTIS — Thu, 10 Oct 2013 04:34:50 GMT

We have always used KY jelly in my current practice, which works well. But you do need to be careful to only use a small amount as to not clog the ET tube.

Re: lubricating ET tubes

Tracey Annison — Wed, 09 Oct 2013 15:02:15 GMT

Silikon Spray available from ACE Veterinary Supplies 01491 527027.

Re: lubricating ET tubes

Craig McDonald — Wed, 09 Oct 2013 07:07:18 GMT

Thank you both.

Re: lubricating ET tubes

Emma Bartlett — Mon, 07 Oct 2013 20:28:54 GMT

We use Silkospray - make sure you spray it over the sink as it is VERY slippy if it gets on the floor!

Re: lubricating ET tubes

Alison Clare Hickman — Sun, 06 Oct 2013 23:14:37 GMT

Hello,

All vets/nurses I have seen lubricating ET tubes have used water soluble lubricating jelly (KY jelly). I haven't observed use of any other lubricant although I know you can use medical grade silicon spray or sterile saline...

Ali h.