Multiple Choice
The nurse is admitting a patient diagnosed with an acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) . How should the nurse determine the appropriate O2 flow rate?
A) Minimize O2 use to avoid O2 dependency.
B) Maintain the pulse oximetry level at 90% or greater.
C) Administer O2 according to the patient's level of dyspnea.
D) Avoid administration of O2 at a rate of more than 2 L/min.
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