22/01/2025
Oxygen plays a critical role in hospitals as it is fundamental for sustaining life and supporting patients with various medical conditions. Its importance is highlighted in the following ways:
1. Life Support
• Oxygen is essential for maintaining life in patients who cannot breathe adequately on their own due to conditions like respiratory failure, cardiac arrest, or severe trauma.
• It is a core component of life support systems in emergency and critical care settings.
2. Treatment of Respiratory Conditions
• Oxygen therapy is vital for patients with conditions such as:
• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
• Asthma
• Pneumonia
• COVID-19
• It helps alleviate hypoxemia (low oxygen levels in the blood) and supports breathing.
3. Support During Surgery
• Oxygen is administered during surgical procedures to ensure patients receive adequate oxygenation while under anesthesia.
• It is also crucial during post-operative recovery for stabilizing patients.
4. Emergency Care
• In emergency departments, oxygen is indispensable for treating acute conditions like heart attacks, strokes, shock, or severe injuries.
• It is essential for resuscitation efforts, including CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation).
5. Neonatal and Pediatric Care
• Premature babies and newborns with underdeveloped lungs or respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) often require supplemental oxygen for survival and development.
6. Treatment of Critical Illnesses
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