The nurse needs to deliver the highest concentration of oxygen (95% to 100%). Which type of oxygen delivery device would the nurse choose?
1. Face mask
2. Nasal cannula
3. Partial rebreather mask
4. Nonrebreather mask
Correct Answer: 4
The nonrebreather mask is used when high concentrations of oxygen are required (greater than 90%). The nasal cannula delivers low oxygen concentrations (24% to 44%), whereas face masks deliver 40% to 60%. The partial nonrebreather can deliver 40% to 60% oxygen.
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