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If the patient is spitting, consider utilization of a surgical face mask, or a non-rebreather O2 mask at 15 lpm to control behavior, protect from exposure and allow continued monitoring of any potential airway concerns. Please note that when using a non-rebreather mask on a patient, it must be used with flowing supplemental oxygen of at least 12 lpm to prevent any compromise of respiratory effort and oxygenation; if not 12 lpm ensure that the oxygen resivoir is filled and remains filled during respiration. In addition, never use a P100/N95 mask on a restrained patient.
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