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The nurse is caring for a client with orders for oxygen at 5L/min. Approximately, how much FiO2 is the client receiving?

Options:
A) 21%
B) 28%
C) 35%
D) 40%

User JamMaster
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Final answer:

The client is receiving approximately 21% FiO2.

Step-by-step explanation:

The client is receiving oxygen at a flow rate of 5L/min. To determine the approximate amount of FiO2 the client is receiving, we need to know the fraction of inspired oxygen in the delivered gas. FiO2 is usually expressed as a percentage.

At sea level, room air has an FiO2 of approximately 21%. This means that the air we breathe contains about 21% oxygen.

Therefore, the client in this case is receiving approximately 21% FiO2.

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