Oxygen Therapy

1. When breathing is normal, inhaling causes __________________________ to be drawn into the lungs.

2. Exhaling releases __________________________ from the lungs.

3. People may need short-term oxygen therapy for Asthma, pneumonia, bronchitis, and severe allergies.

4. It is safe to use electric razors and hair dryers in areas where oxygen is in use.

5. A few types of oxygen delivery systems are used. They are:

6. You should not adjust the rate of oxygen flow unless the nurse or doctor directs you to do so.

7. If a fire occurs, oxygen should be turned off immediately.

8. If a patient is getting too much oxygen, these signs may be noticed (name three): __________________________, __________________________, and __________________________.

9. If a patient is not getting enough oxygen, these signs may be noticed difficult, irregular breathing, restlessness or anxiety, tiredness or drowsiness, blue fingernail beds or lips, confusion, or the patient is easily distracted.

10. You should report signs or symptoms of too little or too much oxygen immediately.