An infant hospitalised with RSV bronchiolitis has O₂ saturation of 88% on room air. The nurse’s next action should be:
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Correct answer: Give humidified oxygen to keep saturation 90% and monitor effort
Hypoxia (O₂ sat < 90%) in bronchiolitis indicates the need for supplemental oxygen and close monitoring. Supportive care with oxygen is primary.
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