What is another word for suctioning?
Pronunciation: [sˈʌkʃənɪŋ] (IPA) 
Suctioning is a medical term used to describe the process of removing secretions or other materials from a patient's body using suction. Synonyms for suctioning could include suction, aspirating, extracting, or draining. These terms are often used interchangeably within the medical community to describe the same process. Other synonyms may include vacuuming, removing, or collecting. In any case, the objective of the process is to remove substances that are impeding the patient's respiratory or digestive function. Suctioning is commonly used in situations where patients are unable to clear their own secretions or fluids, such as those who are unconscious or have difficulty coughing up mucus.
