Concept Process

ACTIVE LEARNING TEMPLATES TherapeuTic procedure A1

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Underlying Principles Nursing Interventions WHO? WHEN? WHY? HOW?

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4. Related Content: Hypoxia is a deficiency of oxygen which makes a person not to function properly. The best mechanism that can be used in preventing hypoxia is by keeping asthma under control, patients are advised to stick to their asthma treatment plan. Identifying asthma triggers for every individual patient can help find ways to avoid hypoxia episodes. The use of long-term oxygen therapy can reduce mortality rates. Nurses should avoid interruption of the oxygen therapy when they are transporting patients. Delivery of oxygen depends on the rate of flow and FiO2.
5. Underlying Principles: COPD, pneumonia and pulmonary adema are common causes of hypoxia in most patients. When the blood falls to a certain level, you might experience shortness of breath, headache and restlessness. The air we breath, there must be enough oxygen. The classic causes of hypoxia include hypoventilation, impaired diffusion and shunting right to left.
6. Nursing Interventions: Position the patient properly to maximize breathing efficacy. Raise the head of the bed to promote effective breathing and maximize inhalation and also reduces the effort of breathing for the patient. Integrate deep breathing and coughing techniques. Teach patients about controlled coughing by taking a deep breath in. Ensure the equipment is turned on for a patient who is on supplemental oxygen.