This document provides an overview of oxygenation, respiration, and the cardiovascular system. It defines key terms related to oxygenation and discusses the mechanisms of respiration and the cardiovascular system. Factors that can affect oxygenation are explained. Common manifestations of altered respiratory and cardiovascular function include hypoxia, altered breathing patterns, decreased cardiac output, and impaired tissue perfusion. Nursing measures to ensure patient airway and emergencies related to the respiratory and cardiovascular systems are also outlined. The document concludes by differentiating between medical and surgical asepsis.