Posted: January 11th, 2018

High-humidity oxygen by face mask :3 amazing facts to note

The physician orders the administration of high-humidity oxygen by face mask and placement of the patient in a high Fowler’s position.

After assessing Mrs. Paul, the nurse writes the following nursing diagnosis: Impaired gas exchange related to increased secretions. Which of the following nursing interventions has the greatest potential for improving this situation?

A. Encourage the patient to increase her fluid intake to 200 ml every 2 hours
B. Place a humidifier in the patient’s room.
C. Continue administering oxygen by high humidity face mask
D. Perform chest physiotherapy on a regular schedule