An unrestrained male struck the steering wheel with his abdomen. Currently, he is complaining of generalized abdominal pain and rates it a 3/10. Assessment indicates red marks across his lower abdomen caused by the steering wheel. His pulse is 128, respirations 18, blood pressure 128/92, and SpO2 at 98 percent. Which one of the following is MOST appropriate when providing oxygen to this patient?
A) 15 liters per minute through nonrebreather
B) Oxygen can be withheld due to the SpO2 reading
C) 2 liters per minute through a nasal cannula
D) 8 liters per minute through a simple face mask
B
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