noun
General Slang
NC
EN-SEE · noun · informal
Nasal cannula; low-flow oxygen prongs.
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A lightweight tube with two prongs that sit in the nostrils to deliver supplemental oxygen at low flow rates.
“She's satting fine on 2 liters nasal cannula.”
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NC In A Sentence
She's satting fine on 2 liters nasal cannula.
Origin & Usage
Short for 'nasal cannula.'
Variants
nasal cannula
People Also Ask
What does NC mean in nursing?
NC is short for 'nasal cannula' — a tube with two prongs in the nostrils that delivers low-flow supplemental oxygen.
How is a nasal cannula different from a non-rebreather?
A nasal cannula delivers oxygen at low flow rates, while a non-rebreather mask delivers a much higher concentration.
What flow rate is used with a nasal cannula?
Typically 1 to 6 liters per minute; higher rates dry out the nose.
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