The client is receiving oxygen by nonrebreather mask, but the bag is not deflating on inspiration. What action should be taken by the nurse?
1. Turn the client to the left side.
2. Increase the percentage of oxygen being delivered.
3. Check for an airtight seal between the client's face and the mask.
4. Increase the liter flow of oxygen being delivered.
Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: There is no need to turn the client to either side.
Rationale 2: All oxygen is delivered at 100%, so there is no method to increase the percentage of oxygen being delivered.
Rationale 3: The seal between the client's face and the mask should be snug, but will not be airtight.
Rationale 4: If the bag attached to the nonrebreather mask is not deflating on inspiration, the nurse should increase the liter flow of the oxygen being delivered.
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