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What percent oxygen does a patient receive from a BVM (with O2 flowing at 10-15 liters/min)?

a. 21%

b. 30-40%

c. 50-60%

d. 90-100%

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Final answer:

A patient utilizing a BVM with O2 flowing at 10-15 liters/min would receive 90-100% oxygen concentration, ensuring adequate tissue oxygenation.

Step-by-step explanation:

When a patient receives oxygen from a Bag-Valve-Mask (BVM) with O2 flowing at 10-15 liters/min, they are receiving a high concentration of oxygen. Specifically, the patient would receive 90-100% oxygen, which corresponds to option (d) in your question.

It is essential to deliver a high-flow of oxygen in emergency situations to ensure that the patient's tissues receive enough oxygen to function properly, especially when the patient might not be breathing effectively on their own.

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