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[Home oxygen therapy: nursing care].
S Postigo Mota1, N Durán Gómez, M J García García
1Departamento de Enfermería, Universidad de Extremadura, Badajoz.
Revista De Enfermeria (Barcelona, Spain)
|September 13, 2000
Summary
Home oxygen therapy has evolved since 1970, presenting challenges and requiring specific nursing care. This review details its history, nursing interventions, and potential complications for patients.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Respiratory Therapy
- Medical History
Context:
- Home oxygen therapy has been utilized since 1970.
- The practice has generated significant interest and controversy.
- Previous work by the authors covers indications, evaluation, and dosage.
Purpose:
- To provide a historical overview of home oxygen therapy.
- To analyze controversies and evolving interest in home oxygen therapy.
- To detail essential nursing care, efficiency factors, side effects, and follow-up for home oxygen therapy.
Summary:
- This article traces the history of home oxygen therapy from 1970 to the present.
- It examines the controversies and growing interest surrounding this treatment modality.
- Key nursing responsibilities, factors affecting efficacy, adverse effects, complications, and necessary patient follow-up are discussed.
Impact:
- Provides a comprehensive overview of home oxygen therapy for healthcare professionals.
- Highlights the importance of specialized nursing care in managing home oxygen therapy.
- Informs clinical practice regarding the safe and effective use of home oxygen therapy.