Breathing
What is a healthy respiration rate for an adult
12-20 Breaths per minute
What is Incentive Spirometry?
A measurement of the volume of air inhaled into the lungs during inspiration
What device is used to provide respirations to patients in respiratory arrest
Bag Valve Mask
What condition is caused by a lack of oxygen to the body's tissues
Hypoxia
What does TCBD stand for
Turning, Coughing, Deep Breathing
Sitting up in a comfortable position
What fluids is suction used for removing
Blood, Emesis, Secretions, other oral substances
What is the medical term for difficulty breathing
Dyspnea
How often should a patient cough while awake?
Every 1-2 Hours
How often should this exercise be repeated on awake patients
1-2 Hours
What is the most common way oxygen is delivered into a patient's body
Nasal Cannula
What O2 saturation level is low enough to be reported to the nurse
O2 <90%
How should a patient be encouraged to cough after abdominal surgery?
Splinting abdominal area by holding a pillow against it to reduce pain
How long should the patient hold their breath before exhaling into the Spirometer
3 seconds
What are 3 safety guidelines for the use of Oxygen Tanks
1. Check for Adequate Signage
2. Keep O2 away from heat sources
3. O2 tubing has no kinks or tripping hazards
Name 4 Signs of Hypoxia
Anxiety, Lack of Concentration, Fatigue, Hypertension, Cyanosis, Dyspnea, HR or RR change
What is the name of the sound the lungs make when breathing with fluid-filled air sacs
Crackles
DAILY DOUBLE: What is a contraindication for performing spirometry (can name one)
Recent heart attack, Pneumothorax, Hemoptysis, or other recent cardiovascular events
With what oxygen rate should a humidifier be used if the patient experiences dryness
>4L
What form of Pneumonia is the most dangerous
Bacterial Pneumonia