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What is a Non-Rebreather?. Which patient uses this and what is the Literflow and FiO2 for this therapy?
Non - Rebreather is a face mask used in Oxygen therapy for administering high concentrations of Oxygen. It is mainly used in patients suffering from severe hypoxia, where he or she can breathe unassisted.
The Literflow of non rebreather mask is 10-15 L/min and FiO2 is 90-100 %. The Literflow and FiO2 is maintained in such a way to ensure high oxygen saturation.