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Appendix b. Oxygen prescription boxPolicy for the prescription, administrationand monitoring of emergency oxygen in adultsPage 22 of 34
Appendix c. Administering oxygen therapyACTIONRATIONALE1 Ensure airway is patent To promote effective oxygenation2 The type of delivery device used willdepend on the needs and comfort ofthe patient. Most stable patientsprefer nasal cannulae to masks.3 Ensure oxygen is prescribed on theprescription chart.The exception to this action wouldbe in an emergency situation wherethe resuscitation guideline should befollowed.4 Ensure that the flow rate or dose ofoxygen is clearly stated5 Inform patient or relative/carer of thecombustibility of oxygen6 Show and explain the oxygendelivery system to the patient7 Assemble the oxygen deliverysystem carefully8 Attach oxygen delivery system tooxygen source9 Attach oxygen delivery system topatient in accordance withmanufacturers instructions10 Turn on flow rate in accordance withmanufacturers instructions andprescription11 Ensure patient has either a drink ora mouthwash within reach12 Clean oxygen mask regular withgeneral purpose detergent and drythoroughly. For single patientdevices discard after use.To provide accurate oxygendeliveryTo ensure a complete record ismaintained.In accordance with theadministration of medicinespolicyOxygen supports combustion,therefore there is always adanger of fire when oxygen isbeing usedTo obtain consent andcooperationTo ensure oxygen is being givenas prescribedTo ensure oxygen supply isreadyTo facilitate oxygen delivery topatientTo administer correct % ofoxygenTo prevent drying of the oralmucosaTo minimise infection riskPolicy for the prescription, administrationand monitoring of emergency oxygen in adultsPage 23 of 34
Page 2 and 3: Table of Contents1. Introduction ..
Page 5 and 6: provided for those administering ox
Page 7 and 8: 6.11 Transfer and transportation of
Page 9 and 10: well perfusedSaturation within targ
Page 11 and 12: Appendix 1. Governance InformationD
Page 13 and 14: Appendix 2.Initial Equality Impact
Page 15 and 16: APPENDIX a. Indications for oxygen
Page 17 and 18: Deterioration of lung fibrosisor ot
Page 19 and 20: CF (cystic fibrosis); COPD (chronic
Page 21: Poisoning with paraquat orbleomycin
Page 25 and 26: Venturi MasksDESCRIPTIONA mask inco
Page 27 and 28: Reservoir (non-rebreathe) maskDESCR
Page 29 and 30: Oxygen flow meterDESCRIPTIONDevice
Page 31 and 32: Appendix f Personnel who mayadminis
Page 33 and 34: Appendix (h)HEALTH AND SAFETYAction

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