Asked by Walter Rutherford on Jul 16, 2024
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The nurse is caring for several patients receiving oxygen by various delivery systems.Which assessment finding by the nurse indicates proper use of the oxygen device?
A) No mist is noted in a face tent.
B) The reservoir of the rebreathing mask collapses on inhalation.
C) The flow rate is between 1 and 6 L/min for a nasal cannula.
D) The flow rate for an oxygen hood is set at 3 L/min.
Nasal Cannula
A device used to deliver supplemental oxygen or airflow to a patient or individual needing respiratory help through the nostrils.
Oxygen Hood
A clear plastic hood placed over a patient's head to deliver oxygen at a higher concentration than the surrounding air.
Rebreathing Mask
A type of oxygen mask that allows a patient to re-inhale some of their exhaled air, often used for higher oxygen concentration delivery.
- Assess the proper use of various oxygen delivery devices and identify incorrect flow rates or setups.
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Learning Objectives
- Assess the proper use of various oxygen delivery devices and identify incorrect flow rates or setups.
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