DRUGS: Oxygen

Question 1

Oxygen: Class

Answer 1

atmospheric gas, naturally occurs

Question 2

Oxygen: Mechanism of Action

Answer 2

reverses hypoxia

Question 3

Oxygen: Indications

Answer 3

hypoxemia, chest pain, respiratory insufficiency, decreased LOC

Question 4

Oxygen: Contraindictions

Answer 4

hyperventilation, some with COPD or emphysema not tolerating O2 concentrations over 35%

Question 5

Oxygen: Adverse Reactions

Answer 5

decreased LOC and respiratory drive in COPD pts,
dry mucous membranes

Question 6

Oxygen: Interactions

Answer 6

none

Question 7

Oxygen: Route

Answer 7

inhalation

Question 8

Oxygen: Dosage and Administration - ADULTS

Answer 8

Adults
Adult: COPD 2L/min nasal canula, 28-35%venturi mask; Arrest 10-15L/min via nonrebreather …assisted with BVM

Question 9

Oxygen: Dosage and Administration - PEDIATRICS

Answer 9

Pediatrics
same as adult except for preemies

Question 10

Oxygen: Duration of Action

Answer 10

Onset: Immediate
Peak: Not Applicable
Duration: Less than 2 Minutes

Question 11

Oxygen: Special Considerations

Answer 11

supports combustion, know flow rates for each delivery device