When caring for a patient who is receiving oxygen therapy,
A) adjust the oxygen flow rate to patient comfort.
B) allow the patient to adjust the rate as needed.
C) never check the flow meter, as this is the nurse's responsibility.
D) check the flow rate each shift.
D
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e. Give two breaths.
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