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pulse oximetry
Answer:
Noninvasive measurement of the oxygen saturation of the blood for
monitoring respiratory status
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Hypoxemia
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deficient amount of oxygen in the blood
Less than 90%
Answer:
Question:
,What oxygen saturation value indicates hypoxemia?
Older adults and dark skin patients
Answer:
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Who might have oxygen saturation values that are
a little bit lower?
Nasal Cannula
Answer:
Question:
Low-flow oxygen delivery system with tubing with two small prongs that
are inserted into the nares
1-6 L/min
Answer:
Question:
What are the flow rates for a nasal cannula?
Simple face mask
Answer:
A low-flow oxgen delivery system, that covers the clients nose and
mouth.
Question:
,5 L/min - 8 L/min
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The simple face mask delivers oxygen at what flow rate?
Venturi Mask
Answer:
A face mask and reservoir bag device that delivers specific
concentrations of oxygen by mixing oxygen with inhaled air.
Question:
Oxygen induced hypoventilation
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clients who have conditions that cause alveolar
hypoventilation can be sensitive to the administration of oxygen and it can
cause what?
Combustion
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, Oxygen is highly flammable and can cause what to happen?
Cotton
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Question:
What should you have clients wear when using oxygen
Percussion
Answer:
The use of cupped hands to clap rhythmically on the chest to break up
secretions
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Vibration
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The use of shaking movements during exhalation to help remove secretions
Postural Drainage
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The use of various positions to allow secretions to drain by gravity
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