Oxygen Flashcards
Signs of oxygen shortage
cyanosis, elevated respiration, restlessness
When should emergency oxygen be considered for an ADULT
Fewer than 12 breaths per minute or More than 20 breaths per minute
When should emergency oxygen be considered for a CHILD
Fewer than 15 breaths per minute or More than 30 breaths per minute
When should emergency oxygen be considered for an INFANT
Fewer than 25 breaths per minute or More than 50 breaths per minute
What is the normal oxygen rate for a cannula?
2-6L/Min
How should patient be instructed?
Breath through nose not mouth
What is the normal flow rate for Oxygen Mask?
6-10L/Min
What is the normal flow rate for Oxygen Tent?
10-12L/Min
List some safety precations
NO SMOKING, Use cotton blankets, do not use oil on gauge, turn valve slowly, bleed line when finished,
When should you stop a Nebulizer Treatment
If the pulse raises 20 points higher than pretreatment
What does a peak flow meter measure
the expiration flow
What does a volume incentive spirometer do?
used to examine health of lungs by measuring inspiratory volume
What does Pulse Oximetry measure?
measures oxygen or the hemoglobin saturated with oxygen
What is tidal volume?
Normal in, normal out
What is Expiratory Reserve
Normal in, forced out
