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ADMINISTRATION OF OXYGEN THERAPY
RQF Level 3 Award (England, Northern Ireland and Wales)
Qualification title: FAA Level 3 Award in Oxygen Therapy Administration Unit title: Administration of Oxygen Therapy
SCQF Level 6 Award (Scotland)
Qualification title: Award in Oxygen Therapy Administration at SCQF Level 6 Unit title: Administration of Oxygen Therapy
LEVEL 3
LEARNING OUTCOME
LEARNING OUTCOMES THE LEARNER WILL:
1. Know guidelines for the use of oxygen therapy
2. Be able to administer oxygen therapy
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA THE LEARNER CAN:
1.1 Explain benefits of oxygen therapy
1.2 Identify indications for the use of oxygen
1.3 Explain contraindications prohibiting use of oxygen 1.4 Explain dangers of using compressed gas
1.5 Outline health and safety rules for the:
• Use
• Storage
• Handling of oxygen
2.1 Carry out operational checks in preparation for use of oxygen therapy equipment
2.2 Identify when oxygen therapy is required
2.3 Administer oxygen using the required flow rate for the following oxygen delivery devices:
• Non re-breather mask
• Bag, valve and mask
2.4 Administer oxygen to a patient in line with agreed ways of working
Code: Unit code:
Code: Unit code:
601/4754/4 T/506/4958
R415 04 UG39 04
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