If aspiration is suspected, immediate actions should be taken: - Stop Feeding: Halt any oral or enteral feeding immediately. - Assess the Patient: Check for signs of distress, such as coughing, choking, cyanosis, or changes in respiratory rate. - Suctioning: Clear the airway if the patient is unable to cough out the aspirated material. - Notify a Physician: Alert the healthcare provider for further evaluation and management.
