Oxygen Flashcards
1
Q
Oxygen: Class
A
naturally occurring atmospheric gas
2
Q
Oxygen: Mechanism of action
A
Reverses Hypoxemia
3
Q
Oxygen: Indication
A
Confirmed or expected Hypoxemia
Ischemic chest pain; Respiratory Insufficiency
Confirmed or suspected Carbon monoxide poisoning
All cases of decreased tissue Oxygenation
Decreased LOC
4
Q
Oxygen: Dosage and Administration
A
Cardiac arrest / CO poisoning: 100%
Hypoxemia: 10-15L/min via non-rebreather
COPD: 0-2L /min via NC or 28-35% via venturi mask.
(Pedi is the same as adult)
