Oxygen Flashcards
1
Q
What is the max flow rate you should give though a nasal cannula
A
6L/min
2
Q
How would you prescribe oxygen?
A
Oxygen
5L/min
Route = mask type
Continuous
3
Q
What is the minimum flow rate for a simple face mask
A
5L/min
4
Q
Low rate oxygen therapy (nasal cannula/simple face mask)
A
Titrate oxygen up and down to maintain sats of 94-98
5
Q
Oxygen therapy in COPD exacerbation
A
If not critically unwell: start with 24-28% via Venturi, titrate to sats of 88-92. Escalate for NIV if persisting T2RF despite oxygen and Tx
If critically unwell: Start with 15L/min non-rebreathe, titrate down to venturi if they improve to over 88-92 sats
