Explain how to assist the patient/client receiving oxygen therapy.

Explanation should include

• oxygen safety
• recognition of poor oxygenation
• application of oxygen devices.

Process/Skill Questions:

• What are different types of equipment/masks that patients/clients use to receive oxygen?
• What are the signs and symptoms of decreased or inadequate oxygenation?
• What actions are within your scope of work to perform?
• What would you do if you noticed a patient/client was having difficulty breathing?