Hi-Flo 02 Flashcards
How is Hi-flow measured
% not L
What applications can be used for Hi-Flo O2
Aerosol/Star Wars/Venturi/Trach Masks, Face Tent, T-piece Airvo/Optiflow
Can Lo or Hi flow be on for longer periods of time?
High flo oxygen can be applied for longer periods of time due to humidification
What is the purpose of humidification?
To moisten mucous membranes
When do you change a Aquapak?
When it runs out but change tubing Q7Days
What is the nursing care for hi-flow?
Label equipment with patient name and date
Clean face masks/prongs
Assess straps (change when soiled)
Observe for pressure sores
Complete respiratory/cardio assessment as per, doctors orders, as per protocol and PRN
Ensure adequate sterile water and assess the setting levels
Assess tubing for excess water & empty as needed
How do you transfer hi flow patient?
You can’t always depending on mask but
Transporting patients
-Consult RT
-Non Rebreather Mask may be necessary
How does a pt eat with hi flow
-Nasal prongs at 6L may be necessary
-Have mask available for in-between bites
Use portable O2 tank at bedside if needed
Benefits of optiflow?
NOT an AGMP
More comfortable
Clients can eat & drink
Precise oxygen concentration
Decreased WOB
Promotes ciliary movement & secretion clearance
Why do you not need airborne precautions with an optiflow?
NOT an AGMP
What mode should the optiflow be on?
Invasive unless pt has a trach
How often does the nurse have to assess the optiflow?
Monitor FiO2 setting, flow rate, temperature, and sterile water bag at least every 4 hours
HOw often does an optiflow pt need to be assessed in the first 24hrs and then following?
Respiratory/cardiovascular assessment/VS required by the nurse q4h and PRN for the first 24 hours
After 24 hours; monitor as determined by team
Who initiates optiflow?
Resp Therapist (RT) or Critical Care Nurse (CCN) with a doctors order
Who titrates optiflow?
CCN or RTT
Who discontinues optiflow?
RTT or CNN w doctors orders
How do you calculate how much air is left in the cylinder?
psi x 0.28
L/min
1) psi (what is left in the tank)
2) Multiply by the conversion factor (E-class is 0.28)
3) Divide by the L/min client requires
What is the most common conversion factor you will see?
0.28
Is nebulizer best practice?
Nebulizer no longer best practice, MDI w Spacer is best way to administer medication
Nebulizer = AGMP
Why do you not use oropharyngeal airway on conscious pt?
Can stimulate the gag reflex! Only use on patients with altered level of consciousness
How often do you perform mouth care on a pt w oropharyngeal airway?
Mouth care every 2 hours or as per protocol
May be suctioned prn
Remove and assess the mouth every 8 hours
Can you tape an oropharyngeal airway?
No! choose right size
How do you measure the right size for oral airway?
Measurethe oral airway from the center of the mouth to the angle of the jaw, or from the corner of the mouth to the earlobe.
How do you insert oral airway?
With the airway distal tip pointing up, open the mouth and insert the airway along the tongue
When the distal end reaches the soft palate rotate the airway 180 degrees
Why would you use a nasal airway?
Better tolerated by alert patients