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3. Adjust the vacuum level from 0 to 560 mm Hg by turning the vacuum adjust knob (clockwise to
increase vacuum and counter-clockwise to decrease vacuum). Referring to the vacuum gauge
while setting the desired level of vacuum. To accurately read the gauge, block the patient end of
the hose or cap off the collection bottle and allow the gauge to reach a stable vacuum reading.
4. Place the patient tubing to the appropriate position of patient and start to suck sputum.
Figure 5
Vacuum Adjust Knob
Vacuum Gauge
Collection Bottle
Cap
Patient End of the Hose
Figure 6
