A patient is receiving O2 through a nonrebreathing mask set at 8 L/min. You notice that the mask's reservoir bag collapses completely before the end of each inspiration. Which of the fol-lowing actions is appropriate in this case?
a. Change to a partial rebreather.
b. Decrease the liter flow.
c. Increase the liter flow.
d. Change to a simple mask.
ANS: C
Table 41-6 provides guidance on troubleshooting the most common clinical problems with reser-voir masks.
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