Procedure of Oxygen Delivery Equipment

Procedure of Oxygen Delivery Equipment

Nasal Cannula

Nasal Cannula
■ Indicated for low flow, low percentage supplemental oxygen
■ Flow rate of 1–6 L/min
■ Delivers 22%–44% oxygen
■ Pt can eat, drink, and talk
■ Extended use can be very drying; use with a humidifier

Simple Face Mask

Simple Face Mask
■ Indicated for higher percentage supplemental oxygen
■ Flow rate of 6–10 L/min
■ Delivers 35%–60% oxygen
■ Lateral perforations permit exhaled CO2 to escape
■ Permits humidification

Nonrebreather (NRB) Mask

Nonrebreather (NRB) Mask
■ Indicated for high percentage supplemental oxygen
■ Flow rate of up to 15 L/min
■ Delivers up to 100% oxygen
■ One-way flaps open and close with respiration, resulting in a high concentration of delivered oxygen and minimal to no CO2 rebreathed by the Pt

Venturi Mask (venti-mask)

Venturi Mask (venti-mask)
■ Indicated for precise titration of percentage of oxygen
■ Flow rate of 4–8 L/min
■ Delivers 24%–40% oxygen
■ Accurate delivery of O2 is accomplished with a graduated dial which is set to the desired percentage of oxygen to be delivered

Bag Valve Mask (BVM)

Bag-Valve-Mask (BVM)
■ Indicated for manual ventilation of a Pt who has no or ineffective respirations
■ Can deliver up to 100% O2 when connected to O2 source
■ Appropriate mask size and fit are essential to create a good seal and prevent injury
■ To create seal, hold mask with thumb and index finger and grasp underneath the ridge of the jaw with remaining three fingers

Humidified Systems

Humidified Systems
■ Indicated for Pts requiring long-term oxygen therapy to prevent drying of mucous membranes
■ Setup may vary between brands. Fill canister with sterile water to recommended level, attach to oxygen source, and attach mask or cannula to humidifier
■ Adjust flow rate

Transtracheal Oxygenation

Transtracheal Oxygenation
■ Indicated for Pts with a tracheostomy who require longterm oxygen therapy and/or intermittent, transtracheal aerosol treatment
■ Ensure proper placement (over stoma, tracheal tube)
■ Assess for and clear secretions as needed
■ Assess skin for signs of irritation