The nurse is caring for a child on oxygen being delivered by a nasal cannula.What is the advantage of delivering oxygen in this manner?
A) It can deliver mist if desired.
B) It is less likely to cause abdominal distention.
C) The child is able to eat and talk while getting oxygen.
D) This method can deliver a higher concentration of oxygen.

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An advantage of delivering oxygen by nasal cannula is that the child is able to eat and talk while getting oxygen.This method cannot deliver mist or higher concentrations of oxygen.A disadvantage of this method is that it may cause abdominal distention.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Child on Oxygen Being