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The nurse has orders to titrate the patient's oxygen to maintain a pulse oximetry level greater than 94%.The patient's pulse oximetry will not rise above 90% despite use of a nonrebreather mask.Which is the appropriate action of the nurse?
A) Insert an oral airway and apply a full face oxygen mask.
B) Call respiratory therapy to consider BiPAP support for the patient.
C) Remove the nonrebreather mask and replace it with a Venturi mask.
D) Place an oxygen nasal cannula underneath the patient's nonrebreather mask.
Pulse Oximetry
A noninvasive method used to measure the oxygen saturation level of the blood, typically using a sensor placed on a thin part of the patient's body, like a fingertip.
Nonrebreather Mask
A device used in medical emergencies that delivers high concentrations of oxygen to patients who are breathing but not adequately.
BiPAP Support
A non-invasive ventilation technique that provides two levels of pressure to assist with breathing, often used for sleep apnea or respiratory failure.
- Understand the proper application and management of oxygen therapy to maintain desired pulse oximetry levels.
- Demonstrate knowledge in the use of monitoring tools (e.g., pulse oximetry) to guide patient care decisions.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the proper application and management of oxygen therapy to maintain desired pulse oximetry levels.
- Demonstrate knowledge in the use of monitoring tools (e.g., pulse oximetry) to guide patient care decisions.
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