Oxygen therapy including High Flow

In both, infants and children oxygen therapy is required if the patient presents with a SpO2 reading that is consistently less than 90%. A SpO2 measurement should be performed for any infant or child presenting with breathing difficulty.

Remote management of High Flow

This procedure describes the processes for the safe and effective use of High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC) therapy in children with acute respiratory illness. The aim is to support decision making in relation to HFNC therapy initiation, continuation, weaning and escalation of concerns.