Dive into the critical aspects of oxygenation and perfusion in this episode of our nursing series. We start by outlining the structure and function of the cardiopulmonary system, explaining key physiological processes like ventilation, respiration, and perfusion. Understand the consequences of conditions such as hyperventilation, hypoventilation, hypoxemia, and altered cardiac output on clinical outcomes.

We further explore how a patient’s level of health, age, lifestyle, and environmental factors influence oxygenation and perfusion. This episode also provides a comprehensive look at appropriate nursing diagnoses for patients experiencing impaired oxygenation or perfusion.

Lastly, discover effective nursing care interventions designed to promote oxygenation across different care settings—from primary and acute care to restorative and continuing care environments. Whether you’re a student learning the fundamentals or a healthcare professional seeking to enhance patient care, this episode offers essential insights into managing and improving patient oxygenation.

All information in this podcast is sourced from ATI and the 2023 edition of Fundamentals of Nursing by Taylor.