When NOT To Give Oxygen

Learn More (Video Study Course): Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: Educators: Increase student NREMT pass rates by using the Video Vault: When to give oxygen versus when to use a BVM (bag valve mask) is one of the most common questions I get as The Paramedic Coach. Oxygenation the process of giving oxygen versus ventilation breathing air in and out are two different processes that I will discuss. Part of EMS education is to know when to use nasal cannula, non-breather mask and bag valve mask ventilations. Most EMS providers now have the ability to utilize CPAP in their standing order protocol. Using a simple EMS mnemonic, I can show you when to take which action next. After watching this video, you won’t need to ask “When to give oxygen“ you will know exact when is the right time to do so on NREMT exams and out in the field working as an EMT/Paramedic. Be great, Evan, The Paramedic Coach® #emt #oxygen #nremt Watch even more from The Paramedic Coach®: Medical Assessment Taught in Under 19 minutes: