Nasopharyngeal Swab - Technique Demonstration



The nasopharynx goes back, not up. 



When you take a nasopharyngeal swab or insert nasogastric tube, NEVER aim upwards towards the brain.

Go LOW and go SLOW.  Almost parallel to the floor.



By Dr Eric Levi @DrEricLevi



Editor Note: For a real NP swab should leave swab in place for 2-3 seconds then rotate completely around for 10-15 seconds. 



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