When assessing the adequacy of flow from an air-entrainment…
When assessing the adequacy of flow from an air-entrainment nebulizer delivered via a T tube, a Respiratory Therapist (RT) can use simple visual inspection. What observation confirms that the flow is adequate and the prescribed FiO2 is ensured?
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A disoriented postoperative patient exhibits clinical signs of hypoxemia, including tachypnea, tachycardia, and mild cyanosis. However, the respiratory therapist (RT) measures the patient’s oxyhemoglobin saturation via pulse oximetry at 91%. What is the recommended course of action in this situation of conflicting assessment information?
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