Oxygen Drug Card Flashcards
1
Q
Generic name
A
Oxygen
2
Q
Class
A
Gas
3
Q
Action
A
- To provide a higher concentration of oxygen than in room air, increasing the oxygen saturation in patients, helping the breakdown of glucose into usable energy form.
4
Q
Indications
A
Hypoxia
5
Q
Contraindications
A
Nonhypoxic patients
6
Q
Precautions
A
Should only be administered in a concentration that will correct hypoxia. Hyperbole is should be avoided
7
Q
Side Effects
A
Prolonged administration of high flow, non humidified oxygen may cause drying of the mucous membranes, resulting in irritation and possibly nosebleeds.
8
Q
Adult dosage
A
1-6 lpm via nasal cannula
10-15 lpm via nonrebreather
15 lpm via BVM
9
Q
Adult route
A
Inhalations
