INDICATIONS

• Administered to all seriously-ill patients with respiratory dysfunction, trauma, shock, or who are being stabilized, even if oxyhemoglobin saturation is within normal range
• Once stabilized, administration can be determined through oxygen-monitoring

DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION

• High concentrations during resuscitation and stabilization
• A non-rebreathing mask with reservoir can deliver up to 95% using 10–15 liter/minute flow
• Once stabilization has occurred, reduce oxygen and avoid causing oxidative injury (maintain normal oxygen levels as soon as possible)