Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 68%
Simulated
A client is receiving oxygen therapy via a nasal cannula. When the client asks the nurse why he needs to have oxygen tubing in his nose, which of the following explanations about the cannula should the nurse give him?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
A nasal cannula delivers low concentrations of oxygen (24-44%), suitable for clients needing supplemental oxygen without requiring high concentrations.