Oxygen Flashcards
1
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Oxygen Class:
A
Naturally occurring atmospheric gas.
2
Q
Oxygen Mechanism of Action:
A
Reverses Hypoxemia
3
Q
Oxygen Indications:
A
- Confirmed or expected hypoxemia.
- Ischemic chest pain.
- Respiratory insufficiency.
- Prophylactically during air transport.
- Confirmed or suspected carbon monoxide poisoning. All other causes of decreased tissue oxygenation.
- Decreased level of consciousness.
4
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Oxygen Adult Dose:
A
- Cardiac arrest and Carbon Monoxide poisoning: 100%.
- Hypoxemia: 10-15 L/ min. via non-rebreather.
- COPD: 0-2 L/ min. via nasal cannula or 28-35% venturi mask. Be prepared to provide ventilatory support if higher concentrations of oxygen needed.
5
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Oxygen Pediatric Dose:
A
- Cardiac arrest and Carbon Monoxide poisoning: 100%.
- Hypoxemia: 10-15 L/ min. via non-rebreather.
- COPD: 0-2 L/ min. via nasal cannula or 28-35% venturi mask. Be prepared to provide ventilatory support if higher concentrations of oxygen needed.