A nurse is filling the humidifier attached to an oxygen system. Which fluid should be used?
Correct answer: A. Sterile water supplied for medical use
- A. Sterile water supplied for medical use
- B. Tap water from the ward sink
- C. Normal saline from an opened bottle
- D. Boiled water kept at the bedside
Explanation
Sterile water helps humidify oxygen while reducing the risk of introducing microorganisms into the system. Tap water, opened saline and stored bedside water may contaminate the humidifier.
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Airway care includes positioning, suctioning, coughing and deep-breathing exercises, incentive spirometry, oxygen delivery devices and humidification. Questions address indications, flow rates, safety precautions and monitoring for hypoxia or oxygen toxicity, while distinguishing nasal cannula, simple mask, non-rebreather mask and Venturi mask use.
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