Sedation Flashcards
1
Q
What is normal oxygen saturation?
A
97-100%
2
Q
When does an alarm go for oxygen saturation?
A
90%
3
Q
When is a pt considered hypoxic?
A
85% oxygen saturation
4
Q
What should you do if pt oxygen saturation is dropping?
A
Ask pt to breathe
5
Q
What should you do if an alarm goes for pts oxygen?
A
Give supplemental oxygen - nasal cannula tino of 2L/min
Reverse sedative with flumazenil - 500mcg/5ml
6
Q
What are the contraindications for IV sedation?
A
Severe COPD
Hepatic insufficiency
Pregnancy and lactation
Hypothyroidism
Myasthenia gravis
7
Q
What are the contraindications for Inhalation Sedation?
A
Common cold
Tonsillitis
Nasal blockage
Severe COPD
MS
Pregnancy (1st trimester)
Claustrophobia (fear of mask)
8
Q
What is the minimum O2 delivery for IS?
A
30% (max N2O 70%)
