Indications
Dyspnea or signs of inadequate breathing. Associated s/s inadequate breathing, SaO2 of below 94%
Action
Reverses hypoxia
Contraindications
Do not use near open flame
Route/dose
-CPR Mask: 12LPM (50% O2)
-Nasal Cannula: 2-6LPM (24-44% O2)
-NRB: 12-15LPM (80-90% O2)
-BVM: 15LPM (100% O2)
Precautions
-COPD/Hypoxic drive can cause respiratory depression
-never withhold O2 from a patient in respiratory distress.