Safety/Education
Which piece of equipment is essential to have/know the location of when using oxygen therapy
Fire extinguisher
when using a nasal cannula, the patient should be inhaling through their:
Nose!
Which home oxygen system requires a power source?
Oxygen Concentrators
Which type of clothing should be avoided when using oxygen therapy?
Synthetic clothing
What can you do if your patient has dry mucus membranes when using a venturi mask?
Add a humidification device
What is the minimum rate of oxygen delivery when using a simple mask to prevent the accumulation of expired air in the mask?
5L/min
How often should the nasal cannula be cleaned?
At least once a week
After applying oxygen therapy ensure you go back and reassess patient ____minutes later
15-30
Which oxygen mask has a one-way valve in it?
Non-Rebreather Mask
Which substance poses the risk of burns in patients using oxygen
Petroleum-based products
Your patient receiving oxygen therapy is experiencing malaise, cough, & substernal chest pain. What might you suspect is going on?
Possible oxygen toxicity
which oxygen system will evaporate its contents if left unused?
Liquid Oxygen Systems
Maximum O2 capacity for a nasal cannula to work effectively and avoid nasal burning
4-6L
If your patient's respiratory status isn't improving with the amount of oxygen being delivered, what action will you take?
Check your doctors order / call the doctor
Which type of mask is not recommended for use on patients with COPD?
Partial Rebreather Mask