Application of mouthguard tooth pad in patients with oral tracheal intubation

Abstract

Objective To explore the effectiveness of mouthguard tooth pad fixation in patients with oral tracheal intubation. Methods A total of 80 patients admitted in neurosurgery intensive care unit in the Third Hospital Affiliated to Soochow University from December 2014 to October 2015 were randomly divided into the experimental group and the control group, 40 cases respectively. Patients in the experimental group used mouthguard tooth pad for fixation, while patients in the control group used traditional tooth pad for fixation. The fixation methods and fabrics of two groups were the same and done by experienced nurses with levels above N1. Results The translocation of tracheal intubation in the experimental group was significantly lower than that in the control group (P<0.05) . There were statistically significant differences in the condition of mouth, gums and mucosa between two groups (P<0.05) . Significant difference in the bit flat of the tracheal intubation between two groups was observed (P<0.05) . Conclusions Application of mouthguard tooth pad for fixation of oral tracheal intubation can effectively prevent the dislocation and bit flat of intubation catheter, improve the effects of fixation and enhance the safety of oral tracheal intubation indwelling. Key words: Mouth protectors; Oral tracheal intubation; Mouthguard tooth pad; Fixation