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? a). Pulse oximetry 97% b). Respir... 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? a). Pulse oximetry 97% b). Respiratory rate 15/min c). Heart rate 115/min d). Blood pressure 110/60 e). pH 7.3, PaCO2 2.1 kPa (15.8 mmHg), PaO2 10 kPa (75 mmHg)
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The question is asking us to determine which clinical sign among the options indicates that a patient receiving oxygen is not in a critical condition. We must analyze each option based on vital signs and laboratory results to assess the patient's stability.
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Pulse oximetry 97%
Pulse oximetry 97%
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Pulse oximetry 97%
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A pulse oximetry reading of 97% suggests sufficient oxygen saturation in the blood, indicating that the patient is less likely to be critically ill. This is because oxygen levels are generally well maintained.
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