The therapist has evaluated a neonate's oxygenation status to be as follows: PaO₂,40 mm Hg,and SpO₂ (oxygen saturation as determined by pulse oximetry),80%.What should the therapist do at this time?

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The normal immediate postnatal PaO₂ of 50-60 mm Hg corresponds closely with a SpO₂ of 85-90%.For this reason,it is generally agreed that a PaO₂ less than 50 mm Hg and a SpO₂ less than 88% in the newborn indicate hypoxemia and necessitate initiation of oxygen therapy.The PaO₂ and the SpO₂ are the principal clinical indicators used to begin,monitor,adjust,and terminate oxygen administration.

The Therapist Has Evaluated a Neonate's Oxygenation Status to Be