A patient receiving oxygen is being moved to another department with a portable cylinder. Which action is safest?
Correct answer: B. Secure the cylinder upright in its holder
- A. Lay the cylinder loosely beside the patient
- B. Secure the cylinder upright in its holder
- C. Place the cylinder under the patient's bed
- D. Carry the cylinder by its regulator
Explanation
The cylinder should be secured upright so it cannot fall, become damaged or injure someone. It should not be carried by the regulator or left loose during transport.
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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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