The nurse monitors all mechanically ventilated patients for the development of oxygen toxicity.Which patient would the nurse determine to be at highest risk?

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Patients who require high levels of FiO2 for a prolonged period of time (more than 24-48 hours) are at highest risk for oxygen toxicity. This is because high levels of oxygen can cause damage to the lungs and other organs. The patient in option B has required FiO2 of 1.0 for the last 8 hours, making them at highest risk for oxygen toxicity.

The Nurse Monitors All Mechanically Ventilated Patients for the Development