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KTC-Oxygen
Question | Answer |
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Oxygen’s trade name: | O2 |
Class: | Naturally occurring atmospheric gas |
Description: | Oxygen is an odorless, colorless, tasteless gas, essential for life, It is one of the most important emergency drugs. |
Indications: | Hypoxia or anticipated hypoxia, any medical or trauma patient to improve respiratory efficiency |
Contraindications: | There are no contraindications to oxygen therapy in the emergency setting. |
Precautions: | COPD, Prolonged administration of high concentrations in the newborn |
Dosage/Route: | 100% by inhalation or PPV, Low dose: 1-6 LPM via NC, High dose: 10-15LPM via NRB |