You are caring for a patient with chronic bronchitis. The patient has an SpO₂ of 90%. You should:

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An SpO2 reading of 90% is considered low and may indicate hypoxemia in some patients, but in patients with chronic bronchitis, an SpO2 reading of 90% may be expected. Giving too much supplemental oxygen can actually worsen the patient's condition by suppressing their respiratory drive. Therefore, administering supplemental oxygen at a low flow rate of 1-2 L/min via nasal cannula is the best option for this patient.

You Are Caring for a Patient with Chronic Bronchitis