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EMR
EMT
AEMT
Paramedic
Extended
Oxygen
Action
Onset
Many
Immediate
Indications
Hypoxemia
Adult Dose
2-6 liters per minute via nasal cannula
10-15 liters per minute via non-rebreather or partial non-rebreather mask
15 liters per minute via BVM / ETT
Pediatric Dose
Blow-by oxygen as needed for younger children. Avoid persistent oxygenation of neonates.
2-6 liters per minute via nasal cannula
10-15 liters per minute via non-rebreather or partial non-rebreather mask
15 liters per minute via BVM / ETT
Contraindications
None.
Adverse Reactions
Toxicity, depressed hypercarbonic drive
Precautions
None.
Oxygen