PEC019 - Introduction to Suction Pumps

This course introduces the new home medical equipment staff member to suction pumps. Because of the multitude of suction pumps and accessories on the market, this course will cover suction pumps in the broadest generic terms. For specific information related to a particular brand of suction pumps, please consult the manufacturers. This course also includes links to several suction pump manufacturers.

Learning objectives:

1. Identify three types of suctioning and their purposes; 
2. Identify types of suction pumps, accessories and uses; 
3. Identify appropriate suctioning levels per user and perform tests to check suctioning level; 
4. Perform proper suctioning techniques; 
5. Troubleshoot common problems with suction pumps; 
6. Perform proper cleaning of pump and parts.

To successfully complete this course, you must attain a minimum score of 80% on the final exam and complete the course training survey.

Continuing education: VGM Education is authorized by IACET to offer 0.1 CEUs for this program.