Oxygen therapy
Oxygen therapy ( 22 Questions)
Nasal cannula delivers low to moderate concentrations of oxygen and may not be effective for a client with thick secretions, dry mucous membranes, or upper airway edema. Additionally, the nasal cannula may not provide sufficient humidification to alleviate these conditions.
The simple face mask is not ideal for a client with thick secretions, dry mucous membranes, or upper airway edema as it may not provide enough humidification and could be uncomfortable for the patient.
A partial rebreather mask also may not be the most appropriate choice for this client as it has a reservoir bag that may not adequately humidify the oxygen, leading to discomfort and potential worsening of dry mucous membranes.
The aerosol mask is the most appropriate choice because it delivers humidified oxygen in the form of small aerosol particles, which can help alleviate thick secretions, moisturize dry mucous membranes, and reduce upper airway edema. This mask is beneficial for patients who require higher humidity levels to maintain airway patency and comfort.
Choice A rationale:
Nasal cannula delivers low to moderate concentrations of oxygen and may not be effective for a client with thick secretions, dry mucous membranes, or upper airway edema. Additionally, the nasal cannula may not provide sufficient humidification to alleviate these conditions.
Choice B rationale:
The simple face mask is not ideal for a client with thick secretions, dry mucous membranes, or upper airway edema as it may not provide enough humidification and could be uncomfortable for the patient.
Choice C rationale:
A partial rebreather mask also may not be the most appropriate choice for this client as it has a reservoir bag that may not adequately humidify the oxygen, leading to discomfort and potential worsening of dry mucous membranes.
Choice D rationale:
The aerosol mask is the most appropriate choice because it delivers humidified oxygen in the form of small aerosol particles, which can help alleviate thick secretions, moisturize dry mucous membranes, and reduce upper airway edema. This mask is beneficial for patients who require higher humidity levels to maintain airway patency and comfort.