You set up an Oxy-Hood with an FIO₂ of 0.5 for a newborn infant. What is the maximum time that should pass before assessing this patient's PaO₂ or SaO₂?

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It is recommended to assess the patient's PaO2 or SaO2 within the first hour of oxygen therapy, in order to determine the effectiveness of the treatment and adjust the oxygen flow rate if necessary. Waiting longer than one hour could delay necessary interventions or potentially harm the patient if their oxygenation is inadequate.

You Set Up an Oxy-Hood with an FIO2 of 0

You Set Up an Oxy-Hood with an FIO₂ of 0