A confused unrestrained male struck the steering wheel with his abdomen. Currently, he is complaining of generalized abdominal pain and rates it a 6/10. Assessment indicates red marks across his lower abdomen caused by the steering wheel. His pulse is 140, respirations 18, blood pressure 108/88, and SpO2 at 94%. He looks pale with moist skin. Which of the following is most appropriate when
providing oxygen to this patient?
A) 2 liters per minute through a nasal cannula
B) 8 liters per minute through a simple face mask
C) 15 liters per minute through nonrebreather
D) Oxygen can be withheld due to the SpO2 reading
C
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