Found Chpt 28

Delivery methods of O2
- Nasal cannula
- Simple mask
- Partial rebreathing
- Non-rebreathing
- Venturi
- Tracheostomy collar
- T-bar
Suctining should be set between

80-120 mm Hg (medium)
Character of cough

Deep ratlling indicated retained secretions and shallow raspy indicates throat irritation
Report chest tube drainage of more than

100 ml/hr
First signs of hypoxia include

Increasing respiratory rate and increasing restlessness or irritability
It is important to reduce anxiety in a respiratory patient because anxiety

Causes tense muscles which need more oxygen
When breathing causes pain

Patient won't take deep breaths to open alveoli
Regarding disposable water-seal chamber, there should be

Continuous bubbling in the suction chamber
When performing NG suctioning, you should

Raise bed to 30-45 degrees, set suction at 100, moisten catheter
Most effective way to clear a patient's respiratory system after thoracotomy and lung resection is

Teach to cough effectively
Older people are more prone to respiratory problems because of

DEcreased elasticity of respiratory tissues and decreased efficiency of the immune system
The drive to breathe and the control of the respiratory rate are dependent on

The PaCO2 level in the blood
One nursing measure that can prevent respiratory insufficiency is

assist patient to turn, cough and deep breathe

Author

Anonymous

104029

Card Set

Found Chpt 28

Description

Test 2

Updated

2011-09-24T21:52:48Z

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