What is the purpose of a patient utilizing an incentive spirometer?
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-Encourages voluntary deep breathing by providing visual feedback to pts
about inspiratory volume. Promotes deep breathing and prevents
atelectasis(collapsed lung) in the post operative pt.
, What pulse oximetry reading level would cause concern for hypoxemia?
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-95%= oxygenation problems
-90%= a life-threatening emergency which requires immediate attention
How does coughing assist with respiratory function?
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Permits pt to remove secretions from both upper and lower airways
A patient continues to remove the nasal cannula O2 therapy because of the
discomfort at the nares and ears from the device. What causes this discomfort? What
nursing interventions are initiated to reduce the discomfort?
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-If the tubing is too tight around the ears and nose it can cause skin
breakdown and discomfort
-Loosen the tubing
What is the nursing care related to delivering oxygen to the patient?
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-Encourages voluntary deep breathing by providing visual feedback to pts
about inspiratory volume. Promotes deep breathing and prevents
atelectasis(collapsed lung) in the post operative pt.
, What pulse oximetry reading level would cause concern for hypoxemia?
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-95%= oxygenation problems
-90%= a life-threatening emergency which requires immediate attention
How does coughing assist with respiratory function?
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Permits pt to remove secretions from both upper and lower airways
A patient continues to remove the nasal cannula O2 therapy because of the
discomfort at the nares and ears from the device. What causes this discomfort? What
nursing interventions are initiated to reduce the discomfort?
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-If the tubing is too tight around the ears and nose it can cause skin
breakdown and discomfort
-Loosen the tubing
What is the nursing care related to delivering oxygen to the patient?
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