When instructing parents on the correct use of a bulb syringe it is important include what information?

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The mouth should be suctioned first to prevent the infant from inhaling pharyngeal secretions by gasping as the nares are suctioned.The nasal passages should be suctioned one nostril at a time.The mouth should always be suctioned first.After compression of the bulb it should be inserted into one side of the mouth.If it is inserted into the center of the mouth,the gag reflex is likely to be initiated.The bulb syringe should remain in the crib so that it is easily accessible if needed again.

When Instructing Parents on the Correct Use of a Bulb