You are administering oxygen at 2 lpm through a nasal cannula to a confused patient. During transport, you note the SpO2 to be 91%, up from 90% on scene. The patient remains confused. Your next action would be to:
A) remain at 2 lpm and continue to monitor.
B) administer oxygen at 15 lpm through a nonrebreather.
C) start positive pressure ventilation with supplemental oxygen.
D) increase oxygen to 4 liters per minute.
D
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