Procedure 10 - Airway/Breathing: Nebulizer Inhalation

What clinical condition indicates nebulizer inhalation therapy?

Patients experiencing bronchospasm.

What is the first step in nebulizer inhalation therapy?

Gather the necessary equipment.

What is the second step in preparing nebulizer therapy?

Assemble the nebulizer kit.

What is instilled into the reservoir well of the nebulizer?

The premixed drug.

At what oxygen flow rate is the nebulizer connected?

6 to 8 liters per minute, or an adequate flow to produce a steady, visible mist.

How should the patient inhale during nebulizer therapy?

Normally, through the mouthpiece of the nebulizer.

What must the patient maintain around the nebulizer mouthpiece?

A good lip seal.

Until when should nebulizer treatment continue?

Until the solution is depleted.

What technique helps aerosolize all remaining solution near the end of a nebulizer treatment?

Tapping the reservoir well.

What should be reassessed while monitoring for nebulizer medication effects?

Vital signs, ECG, capnography measurements, pulse oximetry, and breath sounds.

What should be documented after nebulizer treatment?

The treatment, dose, and route on the patient care report (PCR).

What provider levels can administer nebulizer inhalation therapy per CFD protocol?

EMT-A, EMT-B, and EMT-P.