Oxygen Flashcards
1
Q
What is Oxygen?
A
A gas essential for cell metabolism. Adequate tissue oxygenation is essential for normal physiological function.
Helps to reverse the effects of Hypoxia.
2
Q
Indications?
A
Children:
Significant illness or injury.
Adults:
Injury, Illness, COPD
3
Q
Contra-indications?
A
Explosive environment
4
Q
Dosage and Administration?
A
Measure oxygen saturation in all patients using pulse oximetry. See JRCALC
5
Q
Cautions?
A
In COPD patients there is a risk that even moderately high doses of inspired oxygen can produce increased carbon dioxide levels which may cause respiratory depression leading to respiratory arrest.
