Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 78%
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A 72-year-old woman is being treated for pneumonia. Physician's orders include an antibiotic, oxygen PRN for O2 saturation less than 90, and pulse oximetry every 4 hours. The nurse obtains a pulse oximetry reading of 82% on room air. What is the best action for the nurse to take?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
An O2 saturation of 82% requires immediate supplemental oxygen per orders to correct hypoxia, the priority action.