A client with chronic obstructive lung disease is prescribed oxygen 24% 2 L/ min. The nurse realizes the best way to provide oxygen to this client would be with a:
1. Nonrebreather mask.
2. Nasal cannula.
3. Face mask.
4. Venturi mask.
2. Nasal cannula.
Rationale:
The oxygen delivery device that would safely administer 24% oxygen at the flow rate of 2 liters per minute is through nasal cannula. The other delivery devices are better suited for higher percentages of oxygen and higher flow rates.
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