Nasal Cannula (Oxygen percentage)
24 to 44%
Nasal Cannula (Lpm)
1 to 6 Lpm
Non-rebreather (Oxygen percentage)
60 to 90%
Non-rebreather (Lpm)
10 to 15 Lpm
Bag-Valve Mask (Oxygen percentage)
85 to 100%
Bag-Valve Mask (Lpm)
15 Lpm
What is the name of the two prongs on the oxygen regulator?
Pin Index Safety System (PISS)
Capno (Lpm)
4 to 6 Lpm
OPA (Contraindications)
Conscious patient.
Intake gag reflex.
NPA (Contraindications)
Head trauma.
Malformations to nose.
(True life-threatening emergency there are no contraindications)
What is the Pin Index Safety System used for?
It only connects to medical grade oxygen to ensure the patient is getting the correct medication.
What rate should you set the portable suction when suctioning the oropharynx?
High.
How long should you suction an adult?
10 to 15 seconds.
How long should you suction a child?
10 seconds.
How long should you suction an infant?
5 seconds.