Nursing Considerations for Oxygen Therapy
Nursing Considerations for Oxygen Therapy ( 5 Questions)
A nurse is assessing a client receiving oxygen therapy via a non-rebreather mask. What should the nurse do to ensure the mask is functioning effectively?
Ensuring the reservoir bag is fully deflated during inhalation would limit the amount of oxygen available for the client.
Adjusting the oxygen flow rate to the highest setting may lead to excessive oxygen concentrations and is not necessary for effective mask functioning.
The reservoir bag of a non-rebreather mask should be inflated to ensure an adequate oxygen supply during inhalation. The inflated bag provides a reservoir of oxygen-rich air that is delivered during each breath.
Removing the one-way valve from the mask would compromise the integrity of the non-rebreather system and prevent effective oxygen delivery.
Answer: c. Inflate the reservoir bag prior to inhalation.
Explanation: The reservoir bag of a non-rebreather mask should be inflated to ensure an adequate oxygen supply during inhalation. The inflated bag provides a reservoir of oxygen-rich air that is delivered during each breath.
Incorrect choices:
a. Ensuring the reservoir bag is fully deflated during inhalation would limit the amount of oxygen available for the client.
b. Adjusting the oxygen flow rate to the highest setting may lead to excessive oxygen concentrations and is not necessary for effective mask functioning.
d. Removing the one-way valve from the mask would compromise the integrity of the non-rebreather system and prevent effective oxygen delivery.