The Nurse Is Admitting a Patient Diagnosed with an Acute

The nurse is admitting a patient diagnosed with an acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) . How should the nurse determine the appropriate O₂ flow rate?

A) Minimize O₂ use to avoid O₂ dependency.
B) Maintain the pulse oximetry level at 90% or greater.
C) Administer O₂ according to the patient's level of dyspnea.
D) Avoid administration of O₂ at a rate of more than 2 L/min.