My text book says "Nasal cannula (prongs) are positioned so they curve towards the nares and oxygen is directed upward into the nose."
I don't know if that means the prongs curve towards the body or away from the body. Which way is the "correct" direction to have the prongs curving? Curving towards or away from the body?
I have a prac exam on Tuesday, so won't have time to ask the tutor again before then.
Thank you for your help.
2007-10-04 13:03:23 · 5 answers · asked by MumOf5 6 in Health ➔ Other - Health
The prongs curve toward the body.
2007-10-04 14:18:40 · answer #1 · answered by Pinky 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Nasal Cannula Placement
2016-11-07 06:31:35 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The curve of the prongs should follow the natural anatomic structures. They should not be pointing up. They should be placed so that the curve of the prongs is heading into the nose.
I found a nasal cannula on a patient backwards at work the other day. You nurses definitely don't get enough education about oxygen administration. In my hospital, I get to recommend therapies to nursing, like nebulizer treatments. I hate it when something is indicated and the nurse disagrees with something that is written all over the wall and blindingly obvious.... My rant for the day. Please know your equipment, know your indications, and know what you're doing.
2007-10-04 18:01:06 · answer #3 · answered by James S 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The nasal cannula is a device used in the hospital, in a pre-hospital setting, or at home to deliver supplemental oxygen to a patient or person in need of extra oxygen. This device consists of a plastic tube which fits behind the ears, and a set of two prongs which are placed in the nose or nares. Oxygen flows from these prongs. The nasal cannula is connected to an oxygen tank, a portable oxygen generator, or to a wall connection in a hospital via a flowmeter. The nasal cannula flows from one liter per minute to 6 liters per minute of oxygen. There are also infant or neonatal nasal cannulas which flow less than one liter per minute; these also have smaller prongs. The oxygen percentage provided to the patient ranges from 24% oxygen to approximately 35%.
The nasal cannula was invented by Wilfred Jones.-
2007-10-04 23:34:12 · answer #4 · answered by Jayaraman 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In the nose...HAHAHA! Juss kiddin'. Any which way is most comfortable for the patient. (ex-nurse aide). Love in Christ, ~J~
2007-10-04 22:39:24 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
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2016-04-06 12:01:07 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2007-10-04 19:49:59 · answer #7 · answered by only kewal 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋