A confused patient is receiving oxygen 4 L/min via a simple facemask. Which of the following would suggest that the patient is NOT critically ill?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking to identify indicators that suggest a patient receiving oxygen is not critically ill. It implies assessing the clinical signs or vital signs that may indicate the patient is stable despite their confusion.
Answer
Normal respiratory rate.
A normal respiratory rate is a sign that the patient is not critically ill.
Answer for screen readers
A normal respiratory rate is a sign that the patient is not critically ill.
More Information
A normal respiratory rate indicates adequate ventilation and oxygenation, suggesting the patient is not critically ill. In contrast, abnormal respiratory parameters could indicate respiratory distress or failure.
Tips
A common mistake is assuming that oxygen therapy itself means the patient is critically ill, without assessing the patient's respiratory status.
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