NURSING 2L03 Study Guide - Final Guide: Nasal Cannula, Cannula, Hypercapnia
2 Sep 2018
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Amount of oxygen you set on the flowmeter. Used with those who have respiratory failure without hypercapnia (copd) Risk of carbon dioxide retention with this method. Suitable for those at risk of co2 retention. Patients believe they can change the flow of their oxygen. Ensure there is enough in the oxygen tank. Aware of tubing so patients do not trip over it. 02 (cid:272)an"t (cid:271)e measured as inhaled air is mixed with air in environment. Can"t (cid:271)e used for those with copd and hypercapnia. Don"t ha(cid:448)e to take off to eat. Can add humidification (cid:449)here you (cid:272)an"t for nasal cannula. Flow rate of gas from the mas exceeds the inspiratory flow rate of patient. Prevents the room air from being inhaled so this method is purely oxygen. Prevent inhalation of room air it isn"t sealed tightly to the face. Can"t use for those with carbon dioxide retention. Tight and can cause skin to compromise.
