Set up Nasal Cannula
BEFORE READING READ DISCLAIMER
“Set up Nasal Canula @ 2LPM with wall outlet”
What we need:
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Nasal Cannula
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Oxygen Flowmeter (Make sure its oxygen and it is in LPM no PSI)
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Humidifier? (check your hospital’s policy and procedure)
Steps:
Connect Oxygen Flow meter to wall outlet.
Connect Nasal Cannula
Set the Flow meter to 2LPM.
Check if there is oxygen coming out
Give to patient
Take Down Steps:
REMOVE Nasal Cannula from patient before anything
Turn off the Flow Meter
Disconnect the Nasal Cannula and dispose it
REMOVE Oxygen Flow meter.
Precautions / Advice
Never TURN off flow of Oxygen when Nasal Cannula is attached.
Read Policy and Procedure for use of Humidifier.
Watch for the 50Psi of oxygen coming out of the wall. Remove/ Attach with Caution
Make sure you look at the Oxygen Flow meter at EYE LEVEL.
Make sure the oxygen tubing is straight.
Always check the “Quick Connect” Adapter. (Ohio, NCG, CHEMTRON)
Remember I am just a Student and this is what I can teach. If there is anything wrong please inform me and I will double check with the book.