MEDICAL PHYSIOLOGY

PHYSIOLOGY

PULMONARY PHYSIOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A nasal cannula delivers flow from
A
0.25-6 L/min
B
6-8 L/min
C
8-15 L/min
D
0-4 L/min
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A traditional nasal cannula can only effectively provide only up to 4 to 6 liters per minute of supplemental oxygen. This equates to a FiO2 of approximately 0.37 to 0.45.

Detailed explanation-2: -Nasal Cannula 2 – 6 Liters Per Minute. All patients receiving oxygen therapy must be watched carefully.

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