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76. A patient in acute respiratory failure is receiving high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC) and is becoming increasingly agitated and hypoxemic. What urgent intervention might be indicated?

A. Increase HFNC flow rate
B. Prepare for intubation and mechanical ventilation
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C. Administer a sedative only
D. Administer more HFNC oxygen

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  • Increase HFNC flow rate
  • Prepare for intubation and mechanical ventilation
  • Administer a sedative only
  • Administer more HFNC oxygen

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