Which of These Statements About Oxygen Therapy for a Client

Multiple Choice

Which of these statements about oxygen therapy for a client is TRUE?

A) The client is started on the highest dose possible,and dose is reduced as the client improves.
B) Oxygen is a medication,requiring medication administration criteria as well as oxygen therapy administration criteria.
C) The prescription for oxygen therapy is determined by the respiratory therapist in consultation with the client's health care provider.
D) Oxygen therapy can be initiated by a nurse in any emergency situation.