Which of the Following Statements Is True About the Use

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true about the use of oxygen during advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) ?

• A)Expired air ventilation is sufficient during provision of ACLS.
• B)The highest possible FIO₂ should be applied as quickly as possible.
• C)Lack of oxygen (hypoxia) has little effect on other ACLS procedures.
• D)An FIO₂ of 0.5 is most optimal for avoiding toxicity.

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