Which of the following would indicate adequate oxygenation for adult patients with chronic lung disease and an accompanying acute-on-chronic hypoxemia?
1) SaO₂ of 90% or higher
2) PaO₂ of 50 to 60 mm Hg
3) SaO₂ of 85% to 90%

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For patients with chronic lung disease experiencing acute-on-chronic hypoxemia, a target SaO2 of 85% to 90% and a PaO2 of 50 to 60 mm Hg are considered adequate to ensure sufficient oxygenation without risking oxygen toxicity or carbon dioxide retention, which can occur with higher levels of supplemental oxygen.

Which of the Following Would Indicate Adequate Oxygenation for Adult