Oxygen

Question 1

Patient groups at increased risk of hypercapnic respiratory failure

Answer 1

COPD

Advanced CF

Non-severe CF with bronchiectasis

Severe lung scarring caused by TB

Musculoskeletal disorders with respiratory weakness

Over dose of opioids, benzodiazepines, or other drugs which cause respiratory depression

Question 2

What oxygen strength and delivery device should be used for patients at risk of T2RF

Answer 2

24-28% oxygen delivered via a venturi mask

Question 3

In which scenarios should the highest possible O2 sats be aimed for?

Answer 3

Conditions such as carbon monoxide or post-MI