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Test bank For Basic Respiratory Care9th Edition by Al Heuer
Basic Respiratory Care - ANSoxygen therapy
indications for oxygen therapy
indications for oxygen therapy - ANShypoxemia/hypoxia
increased work of breathing
increased work of heart
hypoxemia - ANSlow oxygen level in blood
hypoxia - ANSdeficiency in amount of oxygen reaching tissue
clinical manifestations of hypoxemia of oxygen increase supply of oxygen - ANStachycardia
H>100
hypertension
tachypnea RR>20
SoO2<90%
PaO2<60%
Pulmonary hypertension
secondary polycythemi
increased work of breathing
confusion or disorientation
lethargy
development of cyanosis
hazards of oxygen - ANSsupports combustion
no smoking!
no electrical devices
electric razors, battery operated toys and blow dryers should not be used when oxygen is used
could create spark
Guidelines for safe handling of oxygen cylinders - ANS1. check for cylinder color (usually green)
2. may see large oxygen flinders for portable oxygen refills and concentrators in the long-term
care environment
3. check the label
4. always transport in an approved carrier
5. keep the oxygen cylinder secured in the carrier never leave a cylinder standing freely
6. do not store near a heat source
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