Humidified oxygen delivery system change
September 24, 2018
The humidified oxygen delivery system has recently been changed with new equipment having the ability to dial 98 percent oxygen.
Colleagues are reminded that outside critical care units patients requiring more than 65 percent require an immediate EMRT and medical review.
Note: Patients commenced on high concentration oxygen must have a medical assessment within 15 minutes during which time they must be closely monitored.
Colleagues must familiarise themselves with the principles of the oxygen policy and ensure they’re trained in the correct use of oxygen administration.
Support and advice can be obtained from the outreach team. Please report any untoward events via the incident reporting process.