The whole gastric aspirate collection procedure takes a matter of minutes, so you'll need to collect everything in advance. The following is a list of required tools:
- N95 masks (view image)
- Papoose Board (view image)
- 10 french or large nasogastric or suction tube
- 30cc syringe with appropriate connector for your tube
- Pen
- Sterile water
- Specimen cup or pre-prepared tube containing bicarbonate for bedside neutralization
- Requisition and Label
- Helper
