HACC Nursing 140- Oxygenation-
Questions and Answers.
Which oxygen mask is tailored to the patient’s needs? - Answer Venturi Mask- it allows O2 to
be delivered at a very precise concentration; mask comes with interchangeable valves that can
be adjusted on the Liter flow meter of oxygen needed
What is the difference between partial rebreather and nonrebreather mask? - Answer -Partial
= delivers 70% to 90% because the patient rebreathes a small amount of expired air
-Nonrebreather= Delivers 60- 100% because the patient does not rebreathe any expired air
How much oxygen does the partial and nonrebreather masks deliver? - Answer Between
6L/min and 15 L/min
What oxygen mask is used in emergencies? - Answer Nonrebreather mask
What must you ensure with the reservoir bag on any rebreather mask? - Answer You must
ensure that the reservoir bag remains somewhat inflated and does not collapse when the
patient inhales
If your patient is a mouth breather what would you use to deliver Oxygen? - Answer A simple
mask
How much O2 does a simple mask provide? - Answer It's a low flow mask; providing 6 to 10 L/
min
A nasal cannula delivers how much oxygen? - Answer 1 to 6 L/min; Low flow
What oxygen delivery system is best for children? - Answer Tent
Name precautions for oxygen administration - Answer -Avoid open flames
- Place no smoking signs in inconspicuous place
- Check to see electrical equipment in room is in good working condition
-Avoid wearing synthetic fabrics
- Avoid using oils in the area of oxygen use
What is a dry powder inhaler? - Answer Inhaler activated by the patients inspiration
Questions and Answers.
Which oxygen mask is tailored to the patient’s needs? - Answer Venturi Mask- it allows O2 to
be delivered at a very precise concentration; mask comes with interchangeable valves that can
be adjusted on the Liter flow meter of oxygen needed
What is the difference between partial rebreather and nonrebreather mask? - Answer -Partial
= delivers 70% to 90% because the patient rebreathes a small amount of expired air
-Nonrebreather= Delivers 60- 100% because the patient does not rebreathe any expired air
How much oxygen does the partial and nonrebreather masks deliver? - Answer Between
6L/min and 15 L/min
What oxygen mask is used in emergencies? - Answer Nonrebreather mask
What must you ensure with the reservoir bag on any rebreather mask? - Answer You must
ensure that the reservoir bag remains somewhat inflated and does not collapse when the
patient inhales
If your patient is a mouth breather what would you use to deliver Oxygen? - Answer A simple
mask
How much O2 does a simple mask provide? - Answer It's a low flow mask; providing 6 to 10 L/
min
A nasal cannula delivers how much oxygen? - Answer 1 to 6 L/min; Low flow
What oxygen delivery system is best for children? - Answer Tent
Name precautions for oxygen administration - Answer -Avoid open flames
- Place no smoking signs in inconspicuous place
- Check to see electrical equipment in room is in good working condition
-Avoid wearing synthetic fabrics
- Avoid using oils in the area of oxygen use
What is a dry powder inhaler? - Answer Inhaler activated by the patients inspiration
