Suctioning the Newborn with a Bulb Syringe

While many newly born babies are able to clear their airways without difficulty, some benefit from assistance through gentle suctioning.

This procedure most commonly employs a soft bulb syringe.

This video demonstrates the use of a bulb syringe to clear the airway of mucous and other fluids following delivery.

A Training Simulation in Introductory Obstetrics & Gynecology