NSG-2321: Lab

What group of people should not be given high volumes of oxygen?

people with COPD (ideal is between 88% to 92%)

nasal cannula

flow: 0.5-6 L/min

FiO2: 25-40%

face mask

flow: 5-10 L/min

FiO2: 40-60%

face tent

flow: 10-15 L/min

FiO2: ~40%

Non-Rebreather

flow: 12-15 L/min

FiO2:

CPAP

continuous positive airway pressure, usually used for obstructive sleep apnea

BiPAP

two levels of pressure, helps the patient inhale as well as exhale. used for CO2 retention.

What colour is the 24G

Yellow

What colour is the 22G IV

blue

What colour is the 20G IV

pink

What colour is the 18G IV

Green

Phlebitis

inflammation of the vein. for minor phlebitis, elevate limb, consider starting a new IV, warm or cool compress for pain.

Inflitration/Interstitial

leakage of IV fluid into surrounding tissue, causing swelling and discomfort. It may require stopping the infusion and applying warmth or cold compresses. appears pale and cool to the touch.

extravasation

the leakage of intravenous fluids into the surrounding tissue, often causing tissue damage. occurs in a vesicant medication and cause blistering and necrosis. Immediate action may be necessary to prevent severe complications. When hanging a vesicant medication, check IV every hour.

infection of an IV site

serious, Dr should be notified. can cause worse infection in the heart or bloodstream, potentially leading to sepsis. Symptoms may include redness, swelling, warmth, and purulent discharge.

continous infusion

continously delivering IV fluids and medication over a period of time. Are good for a period of 96hrs.

intermittent infusion

IV fluids delivered in intervals, good for 24hrs.

Patent Foramen Ovule

A small opening in the heart that fails to close after birth, allowing blood to flow between the right and left atria. Air embolisms can cause stroke or other complications if left untreated.

Medical Asepsis

used to reduce the amount of micro-organisms to prevent infection, typically includes hand hygiene and non-sterile gloves.

Surgical Asepsis

the absence of any micro-organism, the only 100% sterile procedure is a surgical incision

Sterile Asepsis

minimizing any possible micro-organisms through the use of sterile techniques.

Tegaderm

keeps dressing intact and occlusive

hydrocolloid

autolytic debridement of non-infected wounds, like a big pimple patch.

Hydrogel

promotes moisture in a dry wound.

Alginates and hydrofibre dressings

draws water away from the wound to form a gel like substance.

foam dressings

moderate to heavy exudate wounds

Adaptic

prevents dressing from adhering to wound

Tape

used to secure dressings in place, be careful about where tape is being placed.