A Patient Is Admitted to the Emergency Department

question 21

Multiple Choice

A patient is admitted to the emergency department.His minute volume is 9 LPM on admission but increases to 15 LPM as his dyspnea increases.Which oxygen delivery device would be best to administer 30% oxygen?

• A) 30% Venturi
• B) Nasal cannula at 2.5 LPM
• C) Simple mask at 7 LPM
• D) Non-rebreathing mask set to keep the reservoir full during inspiration

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