Aspiration occurs when an object or liquid was inhaled into the respiratory tract, either the windpipe or the lungs.
Aspiration is likely to cause problems such as infection, inflammation, or blockage (obstruction) that require a visit to a health professional.
Credits
| Author | Jan Nissl, RN, BS |
| Editor | Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA |
| Associate Editor | Tracy Landauer |
| Primary Medical Reviewer | William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine |
| Specialist Medical Reviewer | H. Michael O'Connor, MD - Emergency Medicine |
| Last Updated | October 5, 2007 |
Author:Jan Nissl, RN, BS
Last Updated: 10/05/2007
