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in addition to the nares, where else should you assess skin irritation when a NC is being used?
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behind and above the ears
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what are the two early signs of hyoxia?
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restlessness and tachycardia
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what is the highest flow rate that is appropriate for NC?
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6 L/min
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how often should the nares of a client with O2 by NC be assessed for skin breakdown?
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every 6-8 hours
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what is the maximum oxygen flow rate for a patient with COPD?
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2 L/min
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what are signs of O2 toxicity?
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confusion, HA
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what can happen if a client with COPD is given a high flow rate of O2?
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they may stop breathing
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what is the problem with giving high flow rates of O2 by NC?
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dries the mucous membranes
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can a client smoke in the room when O2 is turned off?
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no, the O2 delivery device must be removed from the wall or the tank out of the room before a client can smoke
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when O2 is administered, it must be what?
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humidifed
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how often should you check the flow rate of O2?
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at least onece/shift
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is oxygen an explosive?
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no it doesn't explode it supports combustion
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