Oxygen

Question 1

Oxygen- Class

Answer 1

Gas

Question 2

Oxygen- MoA

Answer 2

Increases percentage of oxygen in inspired air (FiO2)

Question 3

Oxygen- Indications

Answer 3

Increased oxygen demand

Hypoxemia or hypoxia

Respiratory insufficiency

Hypoperfusion state or trauma

Question 4

Oxygen- Contra

Answer 4

None

Question 5

Oxygen- S/E

Answer 5

Respiratory: dry mucous membranes, upper respiratory irritation, pulmonary Edema, oxygen toxicity

Question 6

Oxygen- Routes

Answer 6

Inhaled

Question 7

Oxygen- A. & P. Dose

Answer 7

Nasal Cannula 2-6 LPM

Simple Face Mask 6-10 LPM

Non-rebreather Mask 10-15 LPM

HHN/Neb Mask 6-8 LPM

BVM 15 LPM

Question 8

Oxygen- EXTRAS

Answer 8

Closely monitor patients with COPD

Patients with respiratory insufficiency should be monitored closely to ensure adequate ventilation

Non-humidified oxygen may cause drying of the mucous membranes

Neonates should not receive high concentrations for long periods of time

Onset in 1-2 minutes

Never withhold oxygen from any patient in distress, but not every patient needs O2!!