Oxygen Admin Skill Flashcards

1
Q

What is the first step in oxygen administration?

A

Ensure tank is secure

Safety is paramount before proceeding with oxygen administration.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

How should you open the tank valve?

A

Face away from opening and open tank valve to clear foreign body

This prevents inhalation of any debris that may be present.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

What is the minimum number of revolutions to open the tank valve?

A

Minimum of 2 revolutions

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

What should be checked after opening the tank?

A

Checks for leaks and checks tank pressure

Ensuring there are no leaks is critical for safety.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

What type of mask is attached to the tank?

A

Non-rebreather with appropriate size mask

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

What is the adjustable liter flow for oxygen administration?

A

10-15 L/min or greater

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

What should be done to the reservoir before applying the mask?

A

Prefills reservoir

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q

What is the procedure for applying the mask to the patient?

A

Applies and adjusts mask to patient’s face

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
9
Q

What should the examiner advise regarding nasal cannula application?

A

Apply a nasal cannula to the patient

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
10
Q

What should be done after removing the non-rebreather from the patient?

A

Attaches correct size nasal cannula to oxygen

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
11
Q

What is the adjustable liter flow for nasal cannula?

A

2-6 liters per minute

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
12
Q

What should be done after applying the nasal cannula to the patient?

A

Discontinue oxygen

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
13
Q

What is the final step in the oxygen administration process?

A

Shuts off regulator and relieves the pressure within the regulator

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly