masks

Question 1

this is the preferred method for delvering oxygen in the prehospital setting when a high concentration is desirable

Answer 1

nonrebreather mask

Question 2

this device has a reservior bag attached to the mask with a one-way valve between themthat prevents the patient’s exhaled air from mixing with oxygen in the reservior (pt draws in 100% oxygen)

Answer 2

nonrebreather mask

Question 3

what should the flow from the oxygen cylinder be set at for a nonrebreather

Answer 3

15 lpm

Question 4

this device provides very limited oxygen concentration ranging from 24%-44% (low flow system), used when pt cannot use a nonrebreather mask

Answer 4

nasal cannula

Question 5

what liter flow should the nasal cannula be set at?

Answer 5

no less than 1 lpm and no greater than 6 pm

Question 6

this mask has no reservior and can deliver up to 60% oxygen, exhaled air exists through holes and inhaled air is drawn through holes on the side diluting oxygen being administered
(NOT RECOMMENDED FOR PREHOSPITAL USE)

Answer 6

simple fae mask

Question 7

what is the oxygen low rate for a simple face mask?

Answer 7

usually set at 10 lpm NO LESS than 6 lpm

Question 8

this mask is equipped witha 2 way valve that allows the pt to rebreath about 1/3 of exhaled air

Answer 8

partial rebreather mask

Question 9

what mask provide oxygen concentrations of 35-60%

Answer 9

partial rebreather mask

Question 10

what should the partial rebreather mask be set at

Answer 10

usually set at 10 lpm NO LESS 6 lpm