Oxygen Flashcards
Drug Classification
Gas
Mechanism of Action
Enters body via respiratory system, transported to cells by hemoglobin, required for efficient breakdown of glucose into usable energy
Pharmacokinetics
Onset of Action = Immediate
Peak Effects < 1 min inhaled
Duration of Effect < 2 min inhaled
Half-Life = N/A
Indications
Hypoxia
Difficulty breathing
SpO2< 94%
Contraindications
ROSC post cardiac arrest with SpO2> 94%
Chest pain, acute MI, suspected cellular injury and death with SpO2> 94%
Side effects
Free radical formation in the presence of injured tissues, causing secondary cell death
Dose
(ADULT): 1-6L NC, 12-15L NRB, 15L BVM
CPAP/VENT (ADULT): Varies by O2 demand to meet cmH2O requirement
VENTURI MASK (ADULT): Flow rate varies by adaptor to meet specific concentrations of O2ranging from 24%-40%
(PEDI): 1-6L NC, 10-15L NRB, 15LPM NRB, BVM
Precautions
Avoid hyperoxia, high concentrations to neonates can cause eye damage
Drug Interactions
None