Which One of the Following Oxygen Administration Systems Will Provide

question 108

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following oxygen administration systems will provide the patient with the greatest amount of oxygen?

• A) Nasal cannula at 15 liters per minute of oxygen
• B) Simple face mask at 12 liters per minute of oxygen
• C) Nonrebreather face mask at 15 liters per minute of oxygen
• D) Venturi face mask set to deliver 40% oxygen

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