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2. When caring for a patient who is receiving oxygen by simple face mask, which action ensures that the rate of oxygen being delivered is appropriate? A. Frequently asking the patient how he or she is breathing. B. Ensuring that the oxygen tubing is pulled tight, with little or no slack. C. Securing the oxygen tubing to the patient's clothing to prevent tugging. D. Assessing for proper placement of the mask on the patient's face. {Ans: D. Assessing for proper placement of the mask on the patient's face. Rationale: Monitoring placement of the cannula tips helps ensure that the patient receives the oxygen prescribed. Asking the patient if he or she is having trouble breathing does not address oxygen delivery. Oxygen tubing should not be pulled tight. There should be enough slack in the tubing to allow the patient to turn his or her head comfortably. Securing the oxygen tubing to keep the patient from pulling out the cannula does not address oxygen delivery.}While checking a blood product prior to administration, the nurse notices that the birth date on the blood bag and requisition do not match the birth date on the patient's identification bracelet. Which is the correct