Oxygen Delivery Devices
Oxygen Delivery Devices ( 5 Questions)
A client with sleep apnea requires positive pressure ventilation duringsleep. Which oxygen delivery system would be most appropriate for this client to ensure continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP)?
Nasal cannula does not provide positive pressure ventilation and is not suitable for addressing sleep apnea.
Venturi mask is not designed to deliver positive pressure ventilation and are not commonly used for sleep apnea management.
Non-rebreather mask are not designed to deliver positive pressure ventilation and are not commonly used for sleep apnea management.
CPAP mask Explanation: A CPAP mask is the most appropriate oxygen delivery system for a client with sleep apnea who requires positive pressure ventilation. It delivers a continuous flow of air or oxygen at a constant pressure to keep the airway open during sleep.
Answer: d. CPAP mask
Explanation: A CPAP mask is the most appropriate oxygen delivery system for a client with sleep apnea who requires positive pressure ventilation. It delivers a continuous flow of air or oxygen at a constant pressure to keep the airway open during sleep.
Incorrect choices:
a. Nasal cannula does not provide positive pressure ventilation and is not suitable for addressing sleep apnea.
b. Venturi mask and c. Non-rebreather mask are not designed to deliver positive pressure ventilation and are not commonly used for sleep apnea management.