Oxygen Delivery Systems Flashcards
Why keep over to flow rate below 6?
Nares and mucus dry out when the rate is high
What are the benefits of using a nasal cannula?
Clients can still eat, drink, talk
How often should nasal cannula be changed?
Every day
What should be expected daily due to irritation?
Skin on face, nares, ears
What is the flow rate range from a simple mask?
6-10LPM
When applying the mask, what must be done?
Make sure it fits properly, covering mouth and nose
Clients wearing a face mask may feel?
Claustrophobic
What makes a Venturi mask different from a regular face mask?
It allows you to Control how much room air you want to mix with oxygen
Always use a Venturi mask for clients with_____?
COPD because you want the specific O2 concentration
A partial rebreather mask looks like a facemask with a____attached to it.
Reservoir bag
Like the other forms oxygen delivery, the partial rebreather allows___to mix with—-
Room air, pure oxygen
The reservoir bag should be inflated when?
At all times (important point)
The non-rebreather mask does not allow ______ to be inhaled.
Room air
How would you assess to see if the oxygen delivery system is effective?
Post oximetry,
clients respiration rate and pattern,
ABG
Do not use___for a moisture.
Petroleum jelly can sit the clients face on fire! Use a water-soluble jelly
