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Partial re-breather and non-breather masks are considered reservoir masks. These masks deliver higher concentrations of oxygen for people with serious respiratory conditions: 70 to 90 percent from a partial re-breather mask and above 90 percent from a non-re-breather mask.
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- Nasal Cannula
- Simple Face Mask
- Non-Rebreather Mask
- Partial Rebreather Mask
- Venturi Mask
Delivers: FiO2- 24% – 44%, Flow rate- 1 to 6L/min.
Let’s start with the most basic mask of all. Meet the Nasal Cannula. The Nasal Cannula is a low-flow oxygen delivery mask. It has two prongs that are inserted into the nostrils which deliver oxygen to the patient. A nasal cannula is probably the simplest and most comfortable oxygen delivery device and is usually well tolerated. The patient is able to talk and eat easily. However, not all patients are a fan of this type of oxygen delivery system. Pediatric patients tend to hate the nasal cannu...
Delivers: FiO2- 35% to 50%, Flow rate: 6 to 12L/min
Unlike the nasal cannula, a simple face mask is placed over your patient’s nose and mouth. You use this mask when a patient needs a minimum of 6L/min to ensure removal of exhaled CO2 (which is what the holes on the side of the mask do). Do not use a simple mask with flow rates lower than 6L/min. A simple face mask is easy to apply and depending on the patient can be more comfortable. This is also a great alternative for patient’s who are “mouth breathers” at night since a nasal cannula won’t...
Delivers: FiO2- 80% to 95%, Flow rates- 10 to 15L/min
The non-rebreather also covers the patient’s nose and mouth and is still a low-oxygen delivery device. However, the difference with this mask is that it has an attached reservoir bag that helps deliver the highest O2 concentration possible. The non-rebreather is also different than other masks in that is primarily used in emergency situations. The masks has a one way valve over the reservoir bag, known as the reservoir valve. This allows the patient to inhale the maximum oxygen possible. Ther...
Delivers: FiO2- 60% to 70%, Flow rates- 6 to 11/min
The partial rebreather mask looks very similar to a non-rebreather mask but has a two-way valve above the reservoir bag and the exhalation ports on the side of the mask are uncovered allowing room air to come into the mask. Unlike the non-rebreather, this two-way valve allows for some of the patient’s exhaled breath to return into the reservoir bag. This means the oxygen within the reservoir bag is diluted. This dilution inhibits the ability to deliver high oxygen concentration as the non-reb...
Delivery: FiO2- 24% to 50%, Flow rate- 4 to 12L/min
The Venturi Mask is one of the only high-flow oxygen delivery devices other than the high-flow nasal cannula. Like the other face masks, it also fully covers the nose and mouth. It is used mostly in emergency situations or in patients who have chronic lung disease. This is because it delivers the most precise humidified oxygen concentrations. The delivery of oxygen in a Venturi mask is distributed via different size adapters. These adapters control the amount of flow rate and FiO2 released to...
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Aug 4, 2023 · A non-rebreather mask is an oxygen mask that delivers high concentrations of oxygen. It’s for when a person needs oxygen quickly in emergencies like injury, smoke inhalation or carbon monoxide poisoning.
Feb 28, 2023 · This article describes different types of non-invasive oxygen delivery devices including indications for use, how to setup and titrate devices, and how to choose between different device types. Complete discussions for several devices, including non-invasive positive pressure ventilation (NIPPV) and mechanical ventilation can be found separately.
Jul 3, 2024 · Nasal Cannula. The nasal cannula is a lightweight, low-flow oxygen delivery system that consists of a tube with two prongs inserted into the nostrils. It is commonly used for patients requiring low to moderate oxygen supplementation. Flow Rate: 1-6 liters per minute (LPM) Oxygen Concentration: 24-44%
