‼️MIDTERM (ventilation notes) Flashcards
1
Q
After how many minutes without oxygen does brain damage start?
A
4 mins
2
Q
How much oxygen and FiO2 should you give a ventilated patient?
A
Only as as much as they need
3
Q
What must be done before a patient is vented?
A
Push etomidate for sedation, then follow with Rocuronium or succinylcholine for a paralytic
3
Q
What skills should a nurse do when a patient is being ventilated
A
Monitor for skin breakdown, hyperventilate before suctioning and only do two passes no longer than 10 seconds each, and do frequent oral care.
4
Q
What are five non-invasive ways to administer oxygen
A
Nasal cannula, simple, face, mask, nonrebreather, high flow, nasal cannula, and BiPAP
