Oxygen Care - California

Outline:
I. Introduction A. Living organisms need oxygen B. Composition of air C. Importance of oxygen II. Respiratory system anatomy and physiology A. Mouth and nose B. Pharynx C. Trachea D. Epiglottis and larynx E. Bronchi and bronchioles F. Alveoli G. Diaphragm H. Pleura I. Relationship to the heart J. Learning Engagement: True/false questions III. Need for supplemental oxygen A. Causes 1. Damage to heart 2. Damage to lungs B. Signs and symptoms of low oxygen 1. Confusion 2. Forgetfulness 3. Unresponsiveness 4. Blue fingers and lips 5. Shortness of breath 6. Inability to gain weight 7. Barrel chest 8. Fingernail clubbing 9. Need to sit in tripod position 10. Audible wheezing IV. Oxygen delivery devices A. Nasal cannula B. Simple face mask C. Non-rebreather mask D. Venturi mask E. Sleep apnea machine F. Learning Engagement: Mix and match information on oxygen delivery devices V. Nebulizers: medication delivery devices VI. How to apply oxygen delivery devices A. Nasal cannula B. Simple face mask VII. Oxygen sources A. Oxygen concentrators B. Liquid oxygen tanks C. High-pressure oxygen tank systems 1. How to access a high-pressure tank D. Using different oxygen sources to maintain quality of life E. Oxygen delivery device maintenance F. Learning Engagement: Place steps for accessing a high-pressure tank in correct order VIII. Resident safety A. Smoking B. Use of oil-based products C. Use of alcohol-based products D. Avoiding gas stovetops, barbeques, wood fires, and gas fireplaces E. Ventilation F. Environmental maintenance G. Tripping hazards H. Avoiding the covering of oxygen tubing I. Turning off oxygen when not in use J. Oxygen source safety 1. Storage 2. Ventilation 3. Avoiding use of power strips and extension cords 4. Built-in alarms IX. Transporting oxygen A. Private vehicle B. Commercial vehicle C. Learning Engagement: Identify correct answers X. Fire safety A. Tips XI. Rules and regulations A. Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8, Section 87617 XII. Conclusion XIII. Post Test

Holly Carlson, MS, RN, CCRN, was a subject matter expert for Relias. She has 25 years of healthcare experience in both acute and post-acute healthcare environments. Her experience includes leadership and management across the healthcare spectrum. She has owned and operated an assisted living business. Carlson's clinical practice includes acute care, long-term acute care, home health and hospice. Carlson has served for over a decade in various board positions for State Nursing Associations, including president. She has been a nurse planner for multiple continuing education events and has experience as a leader in the design and implementation of an ANCC-CNE accredited approver unit for a multi-state nursing consortium. Carlson is certified as Critical Care Registered Nurse.    Disclosure: Holly Carlson, MS, RN, CCRN has declared that no conflict of interest, Relevant Financial Relationship or Relevant Non-Financial Relationship exists.