A nurse uses a simple mask to administer oxygen to a client with nasal trauma who breathes through the mouth. What is the minimum amount of oxygen delivered to the client using a simple mask?

Question

A) 5 L/min
B) 4 L/min
C) 3 L/min
D) 2 L/min

Answer 1

A
Feedback:
When a simple mask is used for a client with nasal trauma who breathes through the mouth, oxygen is delivered at no less than 5 L/min. A simple mask, like other types of masks, allows the administration of higher levels of oxygen than are possible with a cannula. A simple mask is sometimes substituted for a cannula when a client has nasal trauma or breathes through the mouth. When a simple mask is used, oxygen is delivered at no less than 5 L/min.