FUTH Lafia Strengthens Nurses' Capacity on Safe Oxygen Administration

The Nursing Department of the Federal University Teaching Hospital, Lafia, has intensified efforts to promote patient safety through continuous medical education focused on safe oxygen administration.

The training, held as part of the department's Continuous Medical Education programme, was aimed at enlightening nurses on the importance of adhering to step-by-step guidelines during oxygen administration.

The presentation was delivered by Nurse John Ijegwa and focused on strengthening professional competence, ensuring compliance with established clinical procedures and minimising oxygen-related complications.

Participants were reminded of the need to follow appropriate protocols before, during and after oxygen administration to ensure safe and effective patient care.

The initiative underscores the hospital's commitment to improving standards of care and enhancing the capacity of its nursing workforce.