Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)

In this lesson we are going to talk about continuous positive airway pressure, better known as C-PAP.  We will review why C-PAP is used and and identify some potential complications that C-PAP can cause that nurses need to monitor for.   We will also discuss priority nursing interventions to help prevent complications and review client education on proper use and maintenance of a C-PAP machine.

Learning Objectives:

Upon the completion of this lesson, learners will be able to:

1. Examine the function of C-PAP
2. Recognize indications for using C-PAP
3. Identify potential complications of using C-PAP