line and tubes Flashcards
a nasal canula can provide what rate of o2
typically < 6L O2
what is the most common route of administration for 02
nasal canula
if the O2 is over 6L O2 what is normally done to the air
can be humidified and/or heated
when the patients are ambulating outside of their rooms what can you do to continue air supply?
change the course to a regulated bottle
if the patient requires more than 6 L of oxygen what will they use to receive air
a mask will be involved
T or False a PT can change volume, discontinue, or add o2 without permission?
false do not touch the but
patients who can not breathe on their own will use what type of assistive device?
a ventilator either through a tube down their throat or through a tracheostomy
how does the ventilator work?
the ventalotor has a tube that passes through the trachea and through a mechanical pump pushes breathable air into and out of your lungs
what is the step down process for a ventilator
from tracy ventilation to teach collar
when a patient requires oxygen but can not use the mouth or nose what is used
tracheostomy
how is oxygen most commonly measured?
pulse oximeter
the measurement of oxygen levels in the blood is?
oxygen saturation and there are three common devices to take this
what is a Cather used for? what are the types?
With managing urine for those who have hospital stays longer than 24 hours, usually involving surgery, will have a catheter administered.
There are three types of catheters that you will encounter. They are Condom, Foley and Suprapubic, all of which will require care when handling your patients.
what is the deal with catheter collection bags
At the end of the catheter is a collection bag. It will have measurements on it in milliliters. This device will typically be hooked to the bed on the patients right side. Urine output is normally measured and notated in the patients medical chart, confer with attending nurse before emptying—use urinal to get measurement.
intravenous admission
Many of your patients will have an intravenous administration system in place. These applications are used for medications and other necessary fluids.
Also referred to as an “IV”, this system is used for a fast one time “PUSH” of medication, and/or a slow administration of meds or fluids, know as a “DRIP”.
You will see this process enter the body in many places. The most common of which, will be at the wrist, elbow and neck.
All of these different IV’s require specific attention and care!
The type of IV is typically determined by the time of application and type of fluids or meds being administered.
what is the iv used when it is need for longterm use
CVC central venous catheter
normally placed in the chest
what is PICC and where is it placed
peripherally inserted central Catheter placed superior and medial arm
what is the reason for getting a port
When Long term administration of medications is necessary a “PORT” can be surgically implanted. This method is more practical for living outside the hospital and is less likely to have complications, like infection.
CVCs are placed where and what does that do for the medication
All of these CVC’s allow for meds and fluids to be directly deposited into large veins, allowing for faster delivery. This process also allows for central venous pressure to be measured and monitored.
what is a peripheral arterial line
A Peripheral arterial line (PAL) is administered when your patient has the need for acute measurement of blood pressure, or when there is a need for regular blood monitoring.
SThis medical application requires EXTREME CARE and CAUTION when moving your patient.
The primary concern is the disruption of blood flow to the extremity. Although, this line is directly inserted into an artery, either in the arm or leg, and if improperly removed—bleeding will be significant.
Note: You WILL UPSET your supervising and attending nurses without FAIL!
What is a feeding tube
A feeding tube is a medical device used to provide nutrition to patients who cannot obtain nutrition by mouth, are unable to swallow safely, or need nutritional supplementation.
what is a NPO?
There are several ways to feed your patient when nothing by mouth “NPO” is prescribed.
what is a NG tube?
For short term or acute need for alternative feeding, an “NG TUBE” nasogastric tube will be used.
what is a g-tube or peg tube
When long term or permanent feeding method alternatives are necessary, a Gastrostomy “G-TUBE” or “PEG TUBE” is used by placing a line through the abdominal wall, directly into the stomach or portion of the small intestine.
