Oxygen therapy for acute states in practice

Czech version

Authors: David Jan ¹; Jonáš Jakub ²; Koucký Václav ¹
Authors‘ workplace: Pediatrická klinika, 2. LF UK a FN v Motole, Praha ¹; Klinika anesteziologie, resuscitace a intenzivní, medicíny 2. LF UK a FN, v Motole, Praha ²
Published in: Čes-slov Pediat 2022; 77 (2): 91-93.
Category: Pediatric Protocols in Praxis

Overview

Oxygen therapy is an essential therapeutic practice in various respiratory diseases, especially in acute conditions. This article discusses the practical application of both low-flow and high-flow oxygen therapy. It also highlights its risks.

Keywords:

oxygen therapy – high-flow nasal cannula – oxygen toxicity

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