A patient who requires home medical oxygen complains of generalized weakness. Assessment indicates a patent airway and adequate respirations. His radial pulse is strong and regular and skin warm and dry. Vital signs are pulse 92, respirations 18, blood pressure 156/88, and SpO₂ 95%. The patient is currently on 2 lpm of oxygen through a portable tank that is bedside. Which of the following is appropriate in the care of this patient?
A) Continue oxygen administration at 2 lpm via nasal cannula.
B) Place the patient on high-concentration oxygen with a nonrebreather.
C) Discontinue oxygen therapy since the SpO₂ is >94%.
D) Administer 4 to 6 lpm oxygen via a simple face mask.
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