NAME OF DATE
INDICATIONS
PROCEDURE PERFORMED
Hook to Nasal November 1, Nasal cannulas are used to deliver
canula at 2 LPM 2021 oxygen when a low flow, low or
medium concentration is required, and
the patient is in a stable state. (Nursing
Times, 2011)
Nasal cannulas are typically used to
treat people who have respiratory
conditions such as asthma,
bronchopulmonary dysplasia, or
underdeveloped lungs in newborns,
COPD, cystic fibrosis, pneumonia,
sleep apnea. They can also be
administered in hospitals to people who
have experienced trauma or acute
conditions such as heart failure. (Heitz,
2014)
CLIENT’S NURSING
RESPONSE RESPONSIBILITIES
There is no Before:
indicated  Assess respiratory status (i.e.,
response. breath sounds, respiratory rate
and depth, presence of sputum,
arterial blood gases if
available).
 Assess past medical history,
noting chronic obstructive
pulmonary disease (COPD).
 Assess for clinical signs and
symptoms of hypoxia: anxiety,
decreased level of
consciousness, inability to
concentrate, fatigue, dizziness,
cardiac dysrhythmias, pallor or
cyanosis, dyspnea.
 Review chart for physician's
order for oxygen to ensure that
it includes method of delivery,
flow rate, titration orders;
identify client.
 Perform hand hygiene
During:
 Explain procedure to client.
Explain that oxygen will ease
dyspnea or discomfort, and
inform client concerning safety
precautions associated with
oxygen use.
 Assist client to semi- or high
Fowler's position, if tolerated.
 Clean patient nostrils and
ensure right fitting of nasal
cannula.
 Encourage patient to breathe
through the nose and exhale
through the mouth.
After:
 Stand by to observe the flow
of oxygen for some time
before leaving patients bed
side.
 Document the procedure and
wash hands.
 Regularly check on patient for
any abnormalities.
 Regularly check the flow
meter and gauge for the
amount of oxygen in the
cylinder and the water level in
the humidifier.
 Remove mask from patient
when he/she is better.
 Turn off oxygen and make
patient comfortable in bed.
 Record and report any
abnormalities.