Multiple Choice
How should oxygen therapy be administered to chronically hypercapnic patients?
A) avoid giving any supplemental oxygen
B) give as much oxygen as possible (60% to 100%)
C) withhold oxygen until the patient is intubated
D) give as much oxygen as required to maintain adequate oxygenation
Correct Answer:
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