Identify the client, perform hand hygiene, and gather supplies.

Apply a continuous pulse oximeter to the client.

Perform hand hygiene and apply personal protective equipment (PPE).

Using an aseptic technique, open the suction kit or catheter package and prepare supplies.

Apply sterile gloves.

Place the tip of catheter into a sterile basin and suction a small amount of normal saline solution from the basin by occluding the suction vent.

Suction the client as the catheter is removed for a maximum of 15 seconds.