Oxygen Care Flashcards
Supplemental oxygen is indicated for clients who have?
Hypoxemia, Severe Anemia/Blood Loss,
May be used in clients with COPD at
2-3l/min IF Venturi mask is not available.
Nasal cannula (24-45% at 2-6LPM)
The most common and inexpensive device used to administer oxygen
Nasal Cannula
Disadvantages of Nasal Cannula
Inability to deliver high concentration of Oxygen, Can dry and irritate the mucus membranes
Exhalation ports on the sides of the mask allow exhaled carbon dioxide to escape
Simple Face Mask
The oxygen reservoir bag that is attached allows the client to rebreathe about the first third of the exhaled air in conjunction with oxygen
Partial Rebreathing Mask (60-90% at 6-10Lpm)
One-way valves on the mask and between the reservoir bag and the mask prevent the room air and the client’s exhaled air from entering the bag so only the oxygen in the bag is inspired
Non-rebreathing mask (95-100% at 6-15Lpm)
The tent consists of a rectangular, clear, plastic canopy with outlets that connect to an oxygen or compressed air source and to a humidifier that moisturizes the air or oxygen.
Croupette/ Oxygen tent
Low cooperation venture-type of mask is preferred for clients with COPD because it provides accurate amount of oxygen. They require 2-3L/min or 28% oxygen.
Venturi Mask
Can be used to low and high flow concentration. It is a rigid plastic dome that encloses an infant’s head. It provides precise oxygen levels and high humidity.
Oxygen Hood
Can be used for low and high flow concentration.
Incubator/ Isolette
Oxygen is _____, ____, _____, _____ that supports ______
colorless, odorless, tasteless, dry gas that supports combustion
Oxygen leakage _____ be detected. Since oxygen is dry gas, it can _____ the mucous membrane.
cannot, irritate
