Ch 23 Assisting with Oxygen Needs

What is the nature of oxygen as a gas?

• Colored and explosive

• Colorless and tasteless

• Odorless and flammable

• Heavy and toxic

Why should electrical appliances be avoided when oxygen is administered?

• They can cause noise pollution.

• They support combustion.

• They are expensive to run.

• They are difficult to operate.

What is the most common way to deliver oxygen?

• Through a nasal cannula

• Using a fan

• Through a humidifier

• Using a heater

What is the purpose of a Venturi mask?

• To deliver oxygen

• To filter air

• To humidify air

• To cool air

What is the role of the respiratory therapist in some facilities?

• Prescribing medication

• Maintaining proper flow of oxygen

• Conducting surgeries

• Administering injections

What should be explained to the patient regarding the oxygen mask?

• The cost of the mask

• The need for the oxygen mask

• The color of the mask

• The brand of the mask

What should be done when using a nonrebreathing mask for oxygen administration?

• Ensure the reservoir never fills on exhalation.

• Ensure the reservoir never totally collapses on inhalation.

• Ensure the reservoir always collapses on inhalation.

• Ensure the reservoir is always full on exhalation.

What is a key consideration when using oxygen cylinders at home?

• They should be stored in a warm place

• They should be stored upright

• They should be stored horizontally

• They should be stored in a cold place

What should be done if the oxygen equipment is damaged?

• Continue using it

• Repair or replace it

• Ignore the damage

• Use it with caution

What is the purpose of the sterile gauze placed around the tracheostomy opening?

• To enhance airflow

• To protect the skin from infection

• To improve hearing

• To reduce swelling