{"id":141236,"date":"2024-09-20T14:46:31","date_gmt":"2024-09-20T14:46:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/learnexams.com\/blog\/?p=141236"},"modified":"2024-09-20T14:46:33","modified_gmt":"2024-09-20T14:46:33","slug":"a-nurse-is-caring-for-a-patient-who-is-using-a-partial-rebreather-mask-for-oxygen-therapy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.learnexams.com\/blog\/2024\/09\/20\/a-nurse-is-caring-for-a-patient-who-is-using-a-partial-rebreather-mask-for-oxygen-therapy\/","title":{"rendered":"A nurse is caring for a patient who is using a partial rebreather mask for oxygen therapy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A nurse is caring for a patient who is using a partial rebreather mask for oxygen therapy. The patient reports feeling short of breath. What is the nurse’s priority action?
A.
Increase the flow rate of oxygen to improve oxygenation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

B.
Assess the mask bag to ensure it remains inflated during inspiration and expiration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

C.
Switch the patient to a non-rebreather mask for higher oxygen delivery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

D.
Reassure the patient that shortness of breath is common with this type of mask.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The correct answer and Explanation is :<\/strong><\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The correct answer is B. Assess the mask bag to ensure it remains inflated during inspiration and expiration.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Explanation:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When a patient is using a partial rebreather mask, it is crucial to ensure that the mask’s reservoir bag is adequately inflated. The reservoir bag allows the patient to inhale a mixture of oxygen and exhaled air, which contains a portion of oxygen that has not been fully utilized. If the bag collapses completely during inspiration, it indicates that the patient is not receiving enough oxygen, which can lead to hypoxemia and increased shortness of breath.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \n
  1. Understanding the Partial Rebreather Mask<\/strong>: This type of mask typically has a bag that should remain partially inflated. If it is deflated, the patient may not be receiving adequate oxygen. By assessing the mask bag, the nurse can determine whether the device is functioning properly and whether the patient is receiving sufficient oxygen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Prioritizing Patient Safety<\/strong>: Although increasing the flow rate (option A) might seem beneficial, it does not address the immediate concern of the bag not inflating. If the bag is empty, increasing flow might not help if the system is compromised. Similarly, switching to a non-rebreather mask (option C) might be a later consideration but is not immediately necessary unless the patient is in severe distress and the partial rebreather is ineffective.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Addressing Patient Concerns<\/strong>: While reassurance (option D) can be important, it does not address the potential mechanical issue with the mask that could be causing the patient\u2019s symptoms. Shortness of breath should be taken seriously, and the nurse must first confirm that the equipment is functioning correctly.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    In summary, assessing the mask bag’s inflation is the priority action to ensure that the patient receives adequate oxygen and to prevent worsening respiratory distress. If the bag is not functioning properly, the nurse can take corrective measures promptly to improve the patient’s oxygenation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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