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Is there ever too much of a good thing? Oxygen use put to the test
Historically, oxygen has been treated like holy water but it's time to take a closer look at its role in hospitals.
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We have known this for many years now. We reduce the amount of oxygen given to people with no lung problems, aiming for 94-97% SpO2. Otherwise we risk causing our patients problems. We don’t just slap on the oxygen and relax.