Multiple Choice
The nurse assesses the SaO2 a patient who receives oxygen at 3 L/min by nasal cannula.The SaO2 at 8 AM was 94 mm Hg, and at 10 AM it was 92 mm Hg.Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?
A) Collaborate with the provider to use an oxygen mask.
B) Plan follow-up nursing care for patient hypoxemia.
C) Request that the laboratory confirm the patient's results.
D) Continue with the current therapy and nursing care.
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