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What damage can be caused to the nasal septum as a result of oxygen delivery devices?
Perforation of the nasal septum as a result of using a nasal cannula and non-humidified oxygen has been reported.
What percentage of oxygen is delivered by 3 liter nasal cannula?
36
What are the three methods used to administer oxygen?
Oxygen can be administered by nasal cannula, mask, and tent.
Do the prongs of a nasal cannula face up or down in the nostrils?
Wear a cannula so that it causes a minimum of discomfort. The nasal cannula is a small piece of plastic tubing that is attached to a larger tube which, in turn, connects to the oxygen container. The cannula has two small prongs that are inserted into the nostrils. If the prongs are curved, they should point downward inside the nostrils.
Why is the nasal cannula the delivery device of choice of patients receiving oxygen therapy?
A nasal cannula is a devise used to deliver oxygen to a patient who needs respiratory help. The device consists of a tube with two prongs that are connected to the nostrils. Oxygen and air flow into these prongs into the nose.
Why use the method of oxygen therapy per nasal cannula for a patient with pneumonia and emphysema?
yeah
What is the equivalent 2 liters per minute Oxygen via nasal cannula to regular oxygen mask?
don't know
What percentage of oxygen is delivered by a 5 liter nasal cannula and a 50 percent venturi mask when used together?
Why would you need to do that anyway? If you need the concentrated O2 that a mask provides, then a nasal cannula is not affective.
Should an oxygen cannula with curved nose pieces be inserted with the curve pointed up or down?
I've worked in hospitals and have always been taught that the nasal cannula should curve downwards. Cant give much justification as to why though..sorry!
How is oxygen delivered directly to the patient?
Oxygen is most commonly delivered to the patient via a nasal cannula or mask attached to the tubing.
What is the purpose of the cannula?
A nasal cannula is a devise used to deliver oxygen to a patient who needs respiratory help. The device consists of a tube with two prongs that are connected to the nostrils. Oxygen and air flow into these prongs into the nose.
Should smoking be allowed in a patient room who uses a nasal cannula?
NO. Smoking or any open flame in an area where oxygen is being administered is a major fire hazard.
