A Male Patient Is Confused and Combative for No Apparent

question 43

Multiple Choice

A male patient is confused and combative for no apparent reason. There are no life threats to his airway, breathing, or circulation and his vital signs are: pulse 88, respirations 16 and adequate, blood pressure 144/68 mmHg, and SpO₂ 93% on room air. When addressing the oxygenation status, which of the following would be appropriate?

• A) Oxygen at 6 lpm via nasal cannula
• B) Oxygen at 15 lpm via a nonrebreather
• C) Positive pressure ventilation with room air
• D) Oxygen at 2 lpm via nasal cannula

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