Name 3 locations that you could apply the pulse ox probe on the body.
Ear lobe, finger, bridge of nose (infants)
A COPD that affects the alveoli and causes CO2 to build up in the lungs
Emphysema
A position that the body is sitting upright at 90 degrees
High Fowler's
Which has the highest O2 flow rate? nasal cannula, face mask, croup tent, nasal catheter
croup tent
Name 2 treatments for COPD
bronchodilator, anti-inflammatory meds, expectorants, O2, mucolytic, percussion or postural drainage(any 2)
What type of O2 administration should be avoided with a mouth breather?
Nasal cannula
A device used to moisturize O2 to prevent drying or irritation of mucous membranes.
Humidifier
The purpose of an inhaler
enlarge the bronchioles
Name the flow of oxygen into the body.
Nose, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, bronchioles, alveoli
Identify the term that describes a surgical opening in the trachea for breathing.
Tracheostomy
Test that measures O2 & CO2 in blood
Arterial blood gases (ABG's)
Define apnea
without breathing
What type of technique do you use for endotracheal suctioning? Aseptic or Sterile
Sterile
Define auscultation
To listen with a stethoscope.
A position that the body is upright and leaning slightly forward.
Tripod
Name two factors could affect the accuracy of a pulse oximeter reading
nail polish, dried blood, IV dyes, movement, cold hands. poor circulation
A device used to assist the placement of the endotracheal tube
Laryngoscope
A term for normal, unlabored breathing.
Eupnea
Describe the care for a disposable bubble humidifier.
Must be washed, sterilized and changed every 24 hours
O2 administration that uses a single tube. Recommended flow rate 2-6 LPM
nasal catheter
Why do you hyperventilate before and after endotracheal suctioning?
Suctioning removes O2 from the airway.
This device concentrates oxygen from room air - Produces 2-4 LPM
Room Concentrator
This device is for exercising lungs by encouraging expansion and gas exchange.
Incentive Spirometer
Identify
Endotracheal tube
Signs of oxygen shortage ( Name 3)
Pallor or cyanosis, elevated HR, elevated Resp rate, confusion
A high-pitched whistling or sighing sound during respiration
wheezes
An abnormal breathing pattern - Rapid & deep breaths, diminishing to apnea.
Cheyne-Stokes
An abnormal breathing pattern - Rapid & deep breaths. Associated with DKA
Kussmaul's
What is the first step that you do when administering O2?
Check the physician's orders or obtain authorization